1. a prehistoric stone monument consisting of two or more vertical stones supporting a large flat horizontal stone, typically serving as a tomb
Usage: archaeology

Examples

• The ancient dolmen stood silently on the hillside for thousands of years.
• Archaeologists discovered pottery fragments near the dolmen site.
• The massive capstone of the dolmen weighed several tons.
• Tourists visited the famous dolmen to learn about Neolithic burial practices.
• The dolmen’s entrance faced east toward the rising sun.
• Local legends claimed the dolmen was built by giants.