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TOMBSTONE

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There are 4 meanings of the word Tombstone.

How to pronounce tombstone:

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Tombstone - as a noun

A stone that is used to mark a grave

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gravestone14headstone13

Tombstone - as a verb

To take part in tombstoning: to jump into the sea, etc. from a cliff or other high point so as to enter the water vertically straight.

For a surfboard to stand upright half-submerged in the water (like a tombstone, above) because the surfer is underwater with his or her legrope pulled tight. often this indicates a surfer in difficulty, either held down by the power of a wave or unconscious and unable to get to the surface.

To replace (an object or data) with a tombstone marker.

Example Sentences

"The tombstone was engraved with the deceased's name and dates."
"Visiting the old cemetery, I noticed the weathered tombstones."
"The tombstone stood tall and solemn in the moonlight."
"We placed flowers on our loved one's tombstone."
"The inscription on the tombstone was deeply moving."
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Word Game Points

Is TOMBSTONE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tombstone is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TOMBSTONE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is TOMBSTONE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tombstone is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TOMBSTONE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is TOMBSTONE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tombstone is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TOMBSTONE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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