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megalithic

Syllabification: (meg·a·lith·ic)
Pronunciation: /ˌmegəˈliTHik/

Definition of megalithic

adjective

Archaeology
  • 1of, relating to, or denoting prehistoric monuments made of or containing megaliths.
  • (often Megalithic) of, relating to, or denoting prehistoric cultures characterized by the erection of megalithic monuments.
  • 2(of an organization or system) massive or monolithic:since June, the committee has become megalithic

Origin:

mid 19th century: from mega- 'large' + Greek lithos 'stone' + -ic

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