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megalith

Pronunciation:  'megulith

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 Definition: [n]  memorial consisting of a very large stone forming part of a prehistoric structure (especially in W Europe)
 
 Synonyms: megalithic structure
 
 See Also: cromlech, dolmen, memorial, menhir, monument

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Meg"a*lith\, n. [Mega- + -lith; cf. F. m['e]galithe.]
A large stone; especially, a large stone used in ancient
building. -- {Meg`a*lith"ic}, a.

 

 

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