1. an ancient Egyptian tomb structure with a flat roof and sloping sides, typically built of mud brick or stone
Usage: archaeology

Examples

• The archaeologists discovered a well-preserved mastabah dating from the Old Kingdom period.
• Many mastabah tombs were built for nobles and high officials in ancient Egypt.
• The mastabah served as both a burial chamber and a place for offerings to the deceased.
• Unlike pyramids, a mastabah has a flat top and rectangular base.
• The walls of the mastabah were decorated with hieroglyphs and scenes from daily life.
• Visitors can explore several mastabah structures at the Saqqara necropolis.