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larnax Synonyms

Another word for larnax

Choosing another word for larnax depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A type of small closed coffin, box, or ash-chest used in ancient Minoan and Greek cultures as a container for human remains, often crafted from terracotta and elaborately decorated.

Usage Example

"During the excavation of the Minoan tomb, archaeologists uncovered a beautifully painted terracotta sarcophagus containing skeletal remains."

Strong
sarcophagus
coffin
ossuary
Weak
urn

• noun (Context 2)

A box, chest, or coffer used in ancient Greece for storing everyday household items, textiles, or precious objects.

Usage Example

"Classical texts occasionally describe a chest being used to securely store valuable jewelry and folded garments in a wealthy household."

Strong
chest
coffer
box
Weak
casket

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