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Funeral Definition & Meaning

funeral
noun
  1. a ceremony at which a dead person is buried or cremated; "hundreds of people attended his funeral"

"Funeral" in song lyrics

See how funeral is used in real songs:

  • "Triple cross a muthafucka then giggle at his funeral"
    Dre Dog — The Ave
  • "To your party, birthday, wedding, funeral"
    Anybody Killa f/ Blaze Ya Dead Homie — Tools
  • "You gonna melt when the gats spit, shoot your mother at your funeral"
    Army of the Pharoahs — Feast of the Wolves

Usage tips for "funeral"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "funeral" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for funeral to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does funeral mean?
a ceremony at which a dead person is buried or cremated; "hundreds of people attended his funeral"
What part of speech is funeral?
Funeral is a noun.

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