Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
body-bag
noun
/ˈbɒdi bæɡ/

Definition
A body-bag is a special type of bag used to contain a dead body, typically for transportation or storage pending burial or cremation.

Examples
- The medical team placed the deceased individual in a body-bag before transporting them to the morgue.
- During the investigation, police used body-bags to collect and transport the victims safely.

Meaning
The term ‘body-bag’ is often used in the context of law enforcement or emergency situations, where it refers to the bags that hold deceased individuals to ensure respectful handling and transportation.

Synonyms
- corpse bag
- cadaver bag
- body pouch