noun
- a large stone that forms a prehistoric monument or is part of such a monument
Usage: archaeology
Examples
- Stonehenge is famous for its massive megaliths arranged in a circle.
- The ancient megalith stood alone in the field for thousands of years.
- Archaeologists studied the megalith to learn about prehistoric cultures.
- The megalith weighed several tons and required many people to move it.
- Tourists come from around the world to see the mysterious megaliths.
- Each megalith in the monument was carefully positioned by ancient builders.