Grave Mound (Noun)
Meaning
(archeology) a heap of earth placed over prehistoric tombs.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The archeologists carefully excavated the grave mound, searching for artifacts and clues about the ancient civilization that built it.
- The grave mound was constructed over the tomb of a prominent leader, marked by a large stone monument at its center.
- As the team dug deeper into the grave mound, they discovered a layer of ancient pottery and jewelry buried alongside the deceased.
- The grave mound was strategically located on a hill overlooking the surrounding valley, offering a commanding view of the landscape.
- Radiocarbon dating revealed that the grave mound was built around 2000 BCE, making it one of the oldest known examples of a prehistoric tomb in the region.