henge en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /hɛnd͡ʒ/
- (Southern-England) audio
Etymology
Back-formation from Stonehenge, although it is not strictly a henge.
Meanings
- A prehistoric enclosure in the form of a circle or circular arc defined by a raised circular bank and a circular ditch usually running inside the bank, with one or more entrances leading into the enclosed open space.
- (nonstandard) A stone circle.
- Alternate form of hong.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| henges | Number=Plur | lexicographic |