Sarcophagus
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What Does Sarcophagus Mean?
- 石棺
- 棺材
Sarcophagus Pronunciation
/sɑːrˈkɒfəɡəs/
Sarcophagus Definition
noun
Definition
A stone coffin, typically adorned with a sculpture or inscription and associated with the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Greece, and Rome.
In ZH
一种石制棺材，通常装饰有雕刻或铭文，与古埃及、古希腊和古罗马等古代文明相关。
How to Use Sarcophagus in a Sentence
- The archaeologists discovered a sarcophagus in the ancient tomb.
- The sarcophagus was intricately designed with carvings of mythical creatures.
- Historians believe that the sarcophagus belonged to a high-ranking official.
- Visitors marveled at the elaborate decorations on the sarcophagus.
- Ancient traditions often dictated the materials used for sarcophagi.
Cultural Notes
In ancient Egypt, sarcophagi were often placed in tombs and were believed to protect the deceased's body in the afterlife.