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Trilithons

Scope note

Use for megalithic prehistoric structures comprised of two monolithic upright stones topped by a monolithic lintel. For smaller structures formed by two or more large standing stones capped by monolithic horizontal slabs, use "megalithic chamber tombs."

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000120478

Broader Terms used

megalithic monuments

Term used for

triliths

Equivalent Terms used

trilithon

Created

12yrs ago

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