necropoliss

[US]/ne'krɒpəlɪs/
[UK]/ne'krɑpəlɪs/

Translation

n.(especially in ancient cities) burial site, cemetery; prehistoric burial ground; (sparsely populated) dead city

Phrases & Collocations

ancient necropoliss

mysterious necropoliss

hidden necropoliss

famous necropoliss

forgotten necropoliss

historic necropoliss

royal necropoliss

sacred necropoliss

vast necropoliss

Example Sentences

many ancient civilizations built necropolises to honor their dead.

the necropolis of saqqara is famous for its step pyramids.

archaeologists discovered a necropolis filled with tombs and artifacts.

visiting the necropolis offers a glimpse into ancient burial practices.

historians study necropolises to learn about past cultures.

the necropolis was a sacred place for the community.

some necropolises are unesco world heritage sites.

excavations in the necropolis revealed many secrets of the past.

the necropolis was strategically located near the river.

tourists often visit the necropolis to learn about its history.

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