necrology
2 synonyms for necrology, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A register kept by a church, listing the names of members or associates who have died.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Formed from necro- and -logy.
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