The term "passage grave" refers to a type of megalithic tomb, typically found across Western Europe, constructed with a long entrance corridor leading to a burial chamber. While the term is commonly used today, there are a number of synonyms or related terms used to describe similar structures from different regions. In Ireland, for example, "court cairn" is used to describe a similar stone tomb with a distinctive entrance area. In Scotland, "cist" refers to a small stone chamber used for burial. Other terms commonly used include "dolmen," "tumulus," and "barrow," all of which describe various types of megalithic tombs found throughout Europe and beyond.