lychgate (Meaning)

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lychgate (n)

a roofed gate to a churchyard, formerly used as a temporary shelter for the bier during funerals

Synonyms & Antonyms of lychgate

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lychgate Sentence Examples

  1. The ancient lychgate stood solemnly at the entrance to the churchyard, a reminder of centuries past.
  2. The wooden lychgate creaked open, revealing a path lined with graves.
  3. The intricately carved lychgate depicted scenes from the Bible, providing solace to mourners.
  4. In the days of yore, the lychgate served as a resting place for bodies awaiting burial.
  5. The heavy stone lychgate was a symbol of the weight of grief and the transition to the afterlife.
  6. The lychgate was adorned with vibrant ivy, adding an ethereal beauty to the somber setting.
  7. Children played hide-and-seek beneath the arched lychgate, oblivious to its macabre history.
  8. The lychgate was a gathering point for the community during times of both joy and sorrow.
  9. The cemetery's lychgate became a popular spot for tourists seeking a glimpse into a bygone era.
  10. The newly built lychgate reflected the modern architectural style, contrasting with the ancient churchyard.

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a roofed gate to a churchyard, formerly used as a temporary shelter for the bier during funerals

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The ancient lychgate stood solemnly at the entrance to the churchyard, a reminder of centuries past.

The wooden lychgate creaked open, revealing a path lined with graves.

The intricately carved lychgate depicted scenes from the Bible, providing solace to mourners.

In the days of yore, the lychgate served as a resting place for bodies awaiting burial.