crematory

/,kremə'tɔ:riəm/

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Word: Crematory

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A crematory is a place or facility where dead bodies (corpses) are burned in a special furnace. This process turns the body into ashes. It is often used by people who choose cremation instead of burial for their loved ones.

Usage Instructions:

• The word "crematory" is used when referring to the facility where cremation takes place.
• It is important to be sensitive when discussing this topic, as it relates to death and loss.

Example:

• "After her passing, the family decided to have her cremated at the local crematory."

Advanced Usage:

• In some cultures, cremation is preferred for religious reasons. Therefore, the term "crematory" may often come up in conversations about cultural practices related to death.

Word Variants:

• Cremate (verb): To burn a corpse until it turns to ashes.
  • Example: "They chose to cremate their grandfather."
• Cremation (noun): The process of burning a body.
  • Example: "Cremation is a common practice in many parts of the world."

Different Meanings:

• While "crematory" specifically refers to a facility for burning bodies, it can sometimes be confused with “cremation,” which is the process itself.

Synonyms:

• Crematorium: Another term for a facility where cremation takes place.
• Incinerator: A broader term, usually referring to a furnace that burns waste material; not specifically for human remains.

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly relate to "crematory," but you might hear phrases like:
  • "Rest in peace" when discussing someone who has passed away, which is often relevant in conversations about cremation and burial.

Summary:

A crematory is a place where bodies are burned to ashes, often chosen by families as an alternative to burial.

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Noun

1. a furnace where a corpse can be burned and reduced to ashes
2. a mortuary where corpses are cremated

Synonyms

• crematorium
• cremation chamber