necropoli
/nɛˈkrɒpəli/
NOUN
1. Plural of 'necropolis'; large, elaborate ancient cemeteries or burial grounds
Multiple large, structured cemeteries or burial sites, especially those of an ancient city containing elaborate tombs, monuments, and mausoleums.
1.1. Ancient burial grounds, cemeteries, and archaeological sites
Used to describe extensive historical burial sites, catacombs, or monumental graveyards.
Synonyms
- boneyards
- catacombs
- cemeteries
- churchyards
- crypts
- graveyards
- mausolea
- mausoleums
- memorial parks
- sepulchers
- sepulchres
- sepultures
- tombs
- vaults
Examples
- Archaeologists excavated several ancient necropoli containing remarkably preserved frescoes and sarcophagi.
- The historic region is famous for its subterranean necropoli carved directly into the volcanic rock.
- Researchers mapped the extensive necropoli to study the spatial layout and social hierarchy of the ancient inhabitants.
Related Words
- archaeology
- burial
- death
- monument