Pronunciation

/ˈbʌri/

Definitions

Noun

• Burial: The act of placing a dead body in the ground or a container, typically in a grave, after death. For example: “The funeral service included a solemn burial ceremony.”
• Burial place: A location where deceased individuals are buried, often a cemetery or memorial site. For example: “Her ancestors’ graves are marked with stones in the family plot.”

Verb

• To bury: To put something, usually a dead body, underground or in a container for the purpose of interment. For example: “They buried their beloved pet in a quiet corner of the park.”
• To bury oneself: To become absorbed in an activity or thought, often to the point of distraction. For example: “She buried herself in her work, ignoring the outside world.”

Adjective

• Burial: Relating to the act of burying or the act of being buried. For example: “A burial plot is a designated area for burial.”

Phrases

• “Burial plot” is a designated area for a burial.
• “Burial rights” refer to the legal permission to bury someone in a particular place.
• “Burial customs vary across cultures” highlights the differences in burial practices around the world.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The soldiers were given a hero’s burial when they were laid to rest.”
• Verb: “After the funeral, the mourners helped to bury the casket in the ground.”
• Adjective: “The ancient burial site held countless artifacts from the past.”

Synonyms

• Entomb
• Inter
• Lay to rest
• Conceal
• Concealment

Antonyms

• Exhume
• Uncover
• Raise
• Reveal
• Surface