burial

Definition

  • noun: the act or ceremony of burying a dead person in a grave
  • noun: the act or process of burying
  • often used before another noun

Examples

  • an ancient 'burial ground' [=an area of land where dead people were buried in ancient times]

  • The law prohibits the 'burial' of toxic substances without special permits.

  • She wanted to give him a proper 'burial'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Tell me! (STRUGGLING TO BREATHE) Damn you! And may you rest in peace. ECBERT: Give the bishop a proper and decent Christian burial. Even in such times, we must do what is right. So, King Aelle is defeated. Most horribly and barbarously put to death, sire. (..)
    2017 TvShow: Vikings Title: On the Eve Season: 4 Episode 19