crypt

noun

ˈkript How to pronounce crypt (audio)
Definition of cryptnext
as in tomb
an underground burial chamber the old church's crypt is the final resting place for the president and his beloved wife

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Recent Examples of crypt Physics Universal Love Language emerges from the crypt almost immediately. — Alex Robert Ross, Pitchfork, 15 June 2026 Leo lit a candle and prayed at the tomb of Gaudí in the basilica’s crypt before the service, the highlight of Leo’s weeklong visit to Spain. — Joseph Wilson, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026 On arrival at the Sagrada Familia, the pope – who was greeted by the Spanish royal couple – went to the crypt and visited Gaudí’s tomb. — Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 10 June 2026 Before Wednesday's service, Pope Leo lit a candle and prayed at the tomb of Gaudí in the basilica's crypt. — Christopher Edwards, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for crypt
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  1. tomb
  2. vault
  3. mausoleum
Noun
  • The village is recognized for its symbiosis with the natural environment and development around the tomb of a Sufi master and saint.
    — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2026
  • The tomb was filled with precious objects, including the imposing golden collar, which according to Artnews, is made of 24-karat gold, weighs roughly one pound, and dates to the sixth century BCE.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 27 July 2026
Definition of tomb
Noun
  • The organization, which is responsible for cleaning up the messes after superhero battles, has something that Jean wants locked inside a vault.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 31 July 2026
  • Rhule has faced increasing pressure to help generate revenue as player payrolls in the Big Ten vault above $40 million.
    — Mitch Sherman, New York Times, 30 July 2026
Definition of vault
Noun
  • In a letter read to commissioners, Beatrice Brickell urged commissioners to keep the cottage in Brickell, suggesting it could be relocated to the city’s bayfront Brickell Park, where the family mausoleum is.
    — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026
  • In ancient times, the Turkish Riviera town of Bodrum was known as Halicarnassus, and its famed mausoleum was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026
Definition of mausoleum

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“Crypt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crypt. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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