Sarcophagus is our spelling of two Greek words sarx (σάÏξsarx = flesh and φαγεῖν phagein = to eat), that is a flesh eater - disposing of a body.
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The container where a mummy is kept is called a sarcophagus.
The room that typically houses a sarcophagus is called a tomb or burial chamber. In ancient Egyptian contexts, this chamber is often found within a pyramid or a mastaba. The sarcophagus itself serves as a container for the deceased, often adorned with inscriptions and artwork.
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An adjective to describe a sarcophagus could be old, ancient, stone, huge, heavy, Egyptian, or Greek.
The mummy is placed in a ceremonial coffin called a sarcophagus, which is then stored in a tomb. The most important tombs (such as those of the pharaohs) are enclosed inside of pyramids and other grand structures.
The antonym for sarcophagus is likely "living" or "alive," as a sarcophagus is typically associated with death and burial.
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