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Sarcophagus

Noun: A stone coffin, often decorated with sculpture or inscriptions, used for burial in ancient civilizations.

Example sentences:

• The sarcophagus discovered in the tomb was adorned with beautiful carvings.
• The archaeologists carefully excavated the sarcophagus to reveal its hidden secrets.

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Adjective: Resembling or characteristic of a sarcophagus; involving or relating to burial.

Example sentences:

• The ancient Egyptian temple featured sarcophagal sculptures along its walls.
• Her fascination with sarcophagal art led her to specialize in ancient history.

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