Pronunciation: [kɹˈɪpt] (IPA) 
The word "crypt" is a noun that refers to an underground room or vault typically used for burial purposes. Its pronunciation is /krɪpt/, with the initial /k/ sound pronounced as in "cat" and the vowel sound is /ɪ/, as in "it". The final consonant sound in "crypt" is /t/, pronounced as in "top". The spelling of "crypt" is derived from the Greek word "kryptos", which means "hidden". It was first used in English in the early 15th century.
A "crypt" refers to an underground chamber or vault, typically found beneath a religious building such as a church or tomb. It serves various purposes, including housing the remains of deceased individuals, relics, or sacred objects. The term "crypt" is derived from the Latin "crypta," meaning a covered passageway or hidden place.
Typically, crypts are characterized by a dimly lit, solemn atmosphere, accentuated by their subterranean location. They often contain coffins, sarcophagi, or tombs, providing a final resting place for the deceased. Crypts may also be adorned with religious symbols, decorations, or murals that represent the beliefs and history associated with the religious institution in which they are found.
Historically, crypts were commonly used in Christianity, with some dating back to the early medieval period. These locations served as spaces for religious rituals, ceremonies, and worship. Today, crypts often attract tourists due to their historical, architectural, and cultural significance.
Additionally, the term "crypt" can be used metaphorically to describe something secretive, hidden, or mysterious. In this context, it refers to information, language, or symbols that are known only to a select few or not readily understood by others. It embodies an air of intrigue, secrecy, or enigma, often associated with cryptography, secret codes, or encrypted messages.
Follicle; a glandular tubule.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
An underground cell or cave for burial, generally under a church; the part of a church or chapel underground.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "crypt" derives from the Latin word "crypta", which itself comes from the Greek word "kryptḗ", meaning "hidden place" or "vault". In Greek, "kryptḗ" is derived from the verb "krupto", which means "to hide" or "to conceal". The term "crypt" was first used in English during the late 15th century to refer to an underground vault or chamber, typically found beneath a church or monastery, used for burying the dead.
