Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
graveside
noun
/ˈɡreɪv.saɪd/
Definition
The area next to a grave where a burial or remembrance takes place.
Examples
- Many families gather at the graveside to pay their respects during the anniversary of a loved one’s passing.
- The graveside service was attended by close family and friends.
- Flowers were placed at the graveside as a tribute.
Meaning
Graveside refers to the location beside a grave, often used for ceremonies or gatherings to honor the deceased.
Synonyms
- cemetery
- buriers’ ground
- grave site
