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RITUAL PIT

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A pit which appears to have been dug for, or which contains, objects apparently deposited for reasons other than storage, disposal or extraction.

Votive Pit (Non-Preferred)

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Related Terms

Term Note
PIT A hole or cavity in the ground, either natural or the result of excavation. Use more specific type where known.
RITUAL BUILDING A building which appears to have fulfilled a ritual, rather than a domestic or industrial, function.
RITUAL ENCLOSURE An enclosure which appears to have a ritual, rather than a defensive or domestic, function.

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