funeral
Meaning
A funeral is a formal ceremony held to honor and commemorate the life of a deceased individual, typically involving rituals that reflect cultural, religious, or personal beliefs, and may include eulogies, prayers, and the interment or cremation of the bod
💡 While "funeral" is often associated with somberness, it can also serve as a celebration of life, depending on the cultural context; it is commonly misused to refer solely to the burial aspect, rather than the entire commemorative event.
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Common Phrases
funeral rites
funeral procession
funeral service
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