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'.

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