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cromlech

/ˌkrɑmˈlɛk/
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Definitions of cromlech
  1. noun
    a prehistoric megalithic tomb typically having two large upright stones and a capstone
    synonyms: dolmen, portal tomb
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    type of:
    megalith, megalithic structure
    memorial consisting of a very large stone forming part of a prehistoric structure (especially in western Europe)
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