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cremation

American  
[kri-mey-shuhn] / krɪˈmeɪ ʃən /

noun

  1. the act of reducing a dead body to ashes by fire, especially as a funeral rite.

    The others in the family want to have a private cremation, followed by a memorial service where we scatter the ashes.

Etymology

Origin of cremation

First recorded in 1620–30; from Latin cremātiōn-, stem of cremātiō; cremate ( def. ), -ion ( def. )

Example Sentences

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After Tom’s death and cremation, his survivors lack a script.

From The Wall Street Journal

Elkin told police the cremation had not taken place because they had not received payment but, in fact, they had been paid in full, prosecutors said.

From BBC

“With a re-earthing, fewer coffins can be sold and fewer cremations can be made.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Christian priests recited prayers and hymns were sung, before the body was taken for cremation.

From BBC

Hull City Council is offering two types of funeral package, unattended or attended cremations, with the latter costing £975.

From BBC

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