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ROCK SHELTER
The area beneath a natural overhang at the base of a cliff or crag. This may have been used for occupation, burial, etc.
Classifications
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Monument Thesaurus (rcahms)
Monument Thesaurus (rcahms)
> Domestic
>> Dwelling
>>> Rock Shelter
>>> Rock Shelter
Related Terms
| Term | Note |
|---|---|
| CAVE | A subterranean feature entered from a hillside, cliff face, etc. A cave may have been used for occupation, storage, burial, refuse, or as a hide-away. |
