Meaning of the word stele in English

What does stele mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

stele

US /ˈstiː.li/

UK /ˈstiː.li/

an upright stone slab or column typically bearing a commemorative inscription or relief design

Example:

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The ancient Egyptian stele depicted hieroglyphs and images of pharaohs.

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Archaeologists discovered a broken stele at the excavation site.

Synonym:

monument pillar slab tablet obelisk