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stela

Pronunciation:  'steelu

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WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  an ancient upright stone slab bearing markings
 
 Synonyms: stele
 
 See Also: antiquity, stone

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Ste"la\, n.; pl. {Stel[ae]}. [L., from Gr. ? a post, an
upright stone.] (Gr. Antiq.)
A small column or pillar, used as a monument, milestone, etc.

 
Glossary
 
 Definition: a free-standing carved stone monument.
 

 

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