Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

death-anniversary

noun

/dɛθ ænɪvɚˈsɛri/

Definition

The annual commemoration of the death of a person.

Examples

Many families gather for a death-anniversary meal to honor their loved one.
On her father’s death-anniversary, she visits his grave to pay her respects.
Some cultures celebrate death-anniversaries with rituals that remember the deceased’s life.

Meaning

Death-anniversary refers to the yearly observance that marks the date when someone passed away. It is a time for remembrance and reflection on the life of the deceased.