Tombstones Meaning in English
word · lemma: tombstone
Definition
Stone markers placed at graves to show who is buried there, usually with names and dates engraved on them.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in formal, cemetery, or historical contexts. Often appears with words like 'graveyard', 'names on', or 'engraved'. Do not confuse with 'headstone' or 'gravestone'; all are similar, but 'tombstone' can feel slightly old-fashioned in some regions.
Example Sentences
There are many tombstones in the old cemetery.
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The names on the tombstones are hard to read.
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We saw new tombstones next to the church.
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"Look at all these old tombstones—some are over a hundred years old!"
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He likes to photograph unusual tombstones he finds while traveling.
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Some of the tombstones are decorated with flowers and personal messages.
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