larnax
English
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Etymology
Borrowed from Ancient Greek λάρναξ (lárnax).
Pronunciation
- Lua error in Module:parameters at line 290: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "RP" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /ˈlɑːnæks/
- Lua error in Module:parameters at line 290: Parameter 1 should be a valid language or etymology language code; the value "GA" is not valid. See WT:LOL and WT:LOL/E. IPA(key): /ˈlɑɹnæks/
Noun
larnax (plural larnakes)
- (archaeology) A small closed coffin, box or cinerary urn often used as a container for human remains in Ancient Greece.