tomba

Italian (Fiorentino)

/ˈtom.ba/

noun
Definitions
  • tomb, grave
  • (figuratively) A very narrow and gloomy habitation or room (such as a basement or cellar).
  • (figuratively) underground cave or vault

Etymology

Inherited from Latin tumba (small mound) derived from Ancient Greek τύμβος (swell, tomb, grave, burial mound, a sepulchral mound, small mound, funeral mound).

Origin

Ancient Greek

τύμβος

Gloss

swell, tomb, grave, burial mound, a sepulchral mound, small mound, funeral mound

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