lachrymary (Meaning)
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lachrymary (a.)
Containing, or intended to contain, tears; lachrymal.
Synonyms & Antonyms of lachrymary
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lachrymary Sentence Examples
- The ancient Egyptians placed small lachrymary vessels in tombs to collect the tears of mourners.
- Made from alabaster, glass, or pottery, these lachrymary vessels were often shaped like amphorae or teardrops.
- Archaeologists have discovered lachrymary vessels in tombs in Egypt, Greece, and Rome.
- The tears collected in the lachrymary vessels were believed to have magical properties.
- The ancient Egyptians believed that the tears of the mourners would help the deceased in the afterlife.
- Some cultures believed that the tears collected in the lachrymary vessels could be used to create potions or spells.
- The lachrymary vessels were often decorated with inscriptions or images of the deceased.
- Some lachrymary vessels were made with a small hole in the top, which allowed the tears to evaporate.
- The lachrymary vessels were sometimes placed in the tomb along with other funerary objects, such as jewelry, clothing, and food.
- The lachrymary vessels are a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world and the beliefs of the people who lived in it.
FAQs About the word lachrymary
Containing, or intended to contain, tears; lachrymal.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The ancient Egyptians placed small lachrymary vessels in tombs to collect the tears of mourners.
Made from alabaster, glass, or pottery, these lachrymary vessels were often shaped like amphorae or teardrops.
Archaeologists have discovered lachrymary vessels in tombs in Egypt, Greece, and Rome.
The tears collected in the lachrymary vessels were believed to have magical properties.
