Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
obsequy
noun
/ˈɒbsɪkwɪ/
Definition
A solemn ceremony or act of burial.
Examples
- The community gathered to pay their respects during the obsequy.
- She planned a beautiful obsequy for her late grandmother, filled with personal touches that honored her life.
Meaning
Obsequy refers to the rituals and ceremonies involved in a burial or funerary service, often associated with honoring the deceased.
Synonyms
- funeral
- burial
- interment
- committal
