Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
funeral
noun
/ˈfjuːnərəl/
Definition
A ceremony or service held in honor of someone who has died.
Examples
- They arranged a funeral for their grandmother at the local church.
- Many people came to the funeral to pay their respects.
- It is customary to wear dark clothing to a funeral.
Meaning
A funeral is a way for family and friends to remember and pay their respects to a deceased person, often involving rituals and traditions.
Synonyms
- memorial service
- service
- rites
