Tombstone Definition & Meaning

tombstone
noun
  1. a stone that is used to mark a grave

"Tombstone" in song lyrics

See how tombstone is used in real songs:

  • "Sincerely yours, now and ever, til it reads on the tombstone"
    Alexipharmic — Astigmatism
  • "Hurry quick, buy a tombstone"
    Antoinette — Shake, Rattle & Roll
  • "tell them mail a chrome tombstone"
    Blackalicious — Trouble (Eve of Destruction)

Usage tips for "tombstone"

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