tholos

[ˈθɒlɒs]

tholos Definition

a circular building with a conical or vaulted roof, typically a temple or tomb in ancient Greece..

Using tholos: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tholos" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The Tholos of Delphi is a famous ancient Greek temple.

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    The Treasury of Atreus is a well-known tholos tomb.

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Summary: tholos in Brief

A 'tholos' [ˈθɒlɒs] is a circular building with a conical or vaulted roof, typically a temple or tomb in ancient Greece. Examples include the Tholos of Delphi and the Treasury of Atreus.