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usually catacombs plural an underground burial chamber
  • explored the catacombs looking for evidence about burial customs of that ancient society

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The first known use of catacomb was in the 15th century

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“Catacomb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catacomb. Accessed 25 Oct. 2021.

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