01 n. The solemn rites used in the disposition of a dead human body, whether such disposition be by interment, burning, or otherwise; esp., the c…
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The solemn rites used in the disposition of a dead human body, whether such disposition be by interment, burning, or otherwise; esp., the ceremony or solemnization of interment; obsequies; burial; -- formerly used in the plural.“King James his funerals were performed very solemnly in the collegiate church at Westminster.” — Euller.
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The procession attending the burial of the dead; the show and accompaniments of an interment.
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A funeral sermon; -- usually in the plural.[Obs.]“Mr. Giles Lawrence preached his funerals.” — South.