inurnment

noun

Definition of inurnmentnext
as in funeral

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Recent Examples of inurnment The remains of both Jim Triplett and Porter Pile will be taken by an honor guard for an October inurnment. — Thallman, oregonlive, 1 Apr. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inurnment
  1. funeral
  2. interment
Noun
  • Matheson was a married father of four who lived in Utah, according to a GoFundMe page created to raise money for funeral costs and other expenses.
    — Tony Marrero, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Five people are facing charges after a traffic stop following a funeral in Boynton Beach, as new video raises questions about the force used during the arrests.
    — Paige Meyer, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of funeral
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  • In their home state, dates of observation extend through the day of interment.
    — Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
  • Cremation and interment services are being handled by Chapel Lawn Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens.
    — Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2026
Definition of interment

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“Inurnment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inurnment. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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