What is another word for menhir?

62 synonyms found

Pronunciation:

[ mˈɛnhi͡ə], [ mˈɛnhi‍ə], [ m_ˈɛ_n_h_iə]

Related words: megalith, standing stone, stone row, cromlech, cromlechs, dolmen

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    How to use "Menhir" in context?

    A menhir, or megalith, is a large standing stone that was used by the ancient inhabitants of Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. Megaliths are typically found in locations that were important to the culture or religion of the people who erected them. Menhirs are particularly plentiful in the French region of Brittany.

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