noun
cremation
krih-MAY-shuhn
Cremation (noun) means the act of disposing of a dead body by burning. Example: “The family chose cremation over a traditional burial.”
noun
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The act of disposing of a dead body by burning.
"The family chose cremation over a traditional burial."
"Cremation removes a significant amount of "closure" from the process of death."
How to use cremation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe process of cremating a body.
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Word forms
- Plural
- cremations
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Etymology
From Latin crematio, built on cremare, "to burn" — the same root as "cremate".
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Rhymes for cremation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “cremation” mean?
The word “cremation” means the act of disposing of a dead body by burning. In plain terms, the process of cremating a body.
How do you pronounce “cremation”?
“Cremation” is pronounced krih-MAY-shuhn (/kɹɪˈmeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “cremation” in a sentence?
Here is “cremation” used in a sentence: “The family chose cremation over a traditional burial.”
What part of speech is “cremation”?
“Cremation” is a noun.
Where does the word “cremation” come from?
The word “cremation” comes from Latin. From Latin crematio, built on cremare, "to burn" — the same root as "cremate".
