Graveyard (noun)

1. A burial ground, especially one that is located near a church.
2. A place or situation regarded as dull, uninteresting, or inactive.

Origin:

Mid 16th century: from grave + yard.

Examples:

1. He visited his grandmother's grave in the old graveyard.
2. The graveyard was overgrown with weeds and had many old and worn tombstones.
3. The small town had a beautiful, well-tended graveyard with a peaceful and serene atmosphere.
4. The company's stock has been in a graveyard for years and is not likely to see much growth in the future.
5. The industry has been referred to as a graveyard for many young and promising companies.