Meaning of the word charnel in English
What does charnel mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
charnel
US /ˈtʃɑːr.nəl/
UK /ˈtʃɑː.nəl/
Adjective
associated with death, especially in a gruesome or morbid way
Example:
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The battlefield was a charnel house after the fierce fighting.
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The old crypt had a charnel smell.
Noun
a building or vault in which corpses or bones are deposited
Example:
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The ancient monastery had a small charnel where monks' bones were kept.
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The archaeologist discovered a hidden charnel beneath the church.