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Definition of «funeral»

A funeral is a ceremony or gathering that takes place after someone has died, to honor and remember their life. It involves the burial or cremation of the deceased person's body, as well as a religious or secular service to celebrate their life and mourn their loss. The purpose of a funeral is to provide closure and support for those left behind, by acknowledging the death and commemorating the life of the deceased individual.

Usage examples

  1. Attending a funeral service to pay respects to a deceased loved one.
  2. Planning the details of a funeral, such as choosing the venue, arranging for flowers, and coordinating with a funeral home.
  3. Discussing funeral arrangements with family members and making decisions about burial or cremation.
  4. Writing a eulogy or delivering a speech at a funeral, sharing memories and honoring the life of the deceased.
  5. Sending funeral flowers or sympathy cards to express condolences to those who have lost a loved one.
  6. Participating in funeral traditions and customs, such as wearing black clothing or observing a moment of silence.
  7. Grieving and finding solace in the company of others while attending a funeral.
  8. Offering support and comforting words to grieving family and friends during a funeral reception or wake.
  9. Visiting a cemetery or gravesite after the funeral to honor the memory of the deceased.
  10. Donating to a charitable organization in memory of the deceased instead of sending flowers to the funeral.

Phrases with «funeral»

Sentences with «funeral»

  • I am employed by a group of funeral homes in the twin cities and love my job. (meetnativeamericans.com)
  • If the face value exceeds the actual cost of funeral expenses at the time when you pass away, any additional funds should go to a contingent beneficiary. (allinsuranceinfo.org)
  • But such relationships raise potential conflicts of interest by creating an incentive for funeral homes to encourage grieving relatives to consider body donation, sometimes without fully understanding what might happen to the remains. (businessinsider.com)
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