lych gate

Meanings

• An architectural structure found at the entrance of a churchyard or burial ground.

  - "The lych gate stands tall at the entrance of the churchyard."
  - "Despite its ominous appearance, the lych gate serves as a beautiful and historic entrance to the burial ground."

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Rhymes

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lych gate , fate , gate , plate , relate , state

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Homophones

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1. lych (en) : A type of gate found at the entrance of a churchyard or burial ground.
   

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Variants

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lich-gate , lich-gates , lych-gate , lych-gates

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Forms

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The most common form of a lych gate is a freestanding structure with two arched openings, one on each side. The gate may be made of various materials, such as stone, brick, wood, or iron., homonymously linked to the term 'lycanthrope' or 'werewolf' in English folklore, which is a completely different concept and should not be confused with a lych gate.

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Etymology

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From Old English 'ligan' meaning 'to lie' and 'geat' meaning 'gate'. A lych gate is a gate that 'lies' over the entrance to a churchyard or burial ground.

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1. Churchyard: A churchyard is a plot of land surrounding a church or cathedral. Historically, churchyards served as burial grounds for the parishioners of the church.

2. Burial Ground: A burial ground is a plot of land used for the interment of the dead. Burial grounds can take various forms, including churchyards, cemeteries, or memorial parks.

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Culture

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In English folklore, lych gates are believed to have protective powers over the dead. According to legend, the body of a deceased person would be laid to rest on the ground before the lych gate. The gate would then be lowered onto the body, sealing it in and providing a final resting place.

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