Cryptic crossword clue
Vandalised old people’s tombs 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word DOLMENS

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Crossword Answer definitions

DOLMENS noun
  1. A prehistoric megalithic tomb consisting of a capstone supported by two or more upright stones, most having originally been covered with earth or smaller stones to form a barrow.
  2. More generally, any megalithic tomb, including passage graves and wedge tombs.

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