Synonyms for

Cadaver

Verb / kʌˈdævɜ: / Another word for cadaver — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a dead body, especially one intended for dissection or medical research

Synonyms & similar words

remains corpse stiff clay corpse body remains carcass deceased stiff shell clay bones dust relics ashes skeleton corps remnant debris detritus wreckage

Example sentences

  1. The medical students were instructed to examine the cadaver closely.
  2. The search party stumbled upon a cadaver in the woods.
  3. The mortician prepared the cadaver for the funeral service.
  4. The police were called to investigate the cadaver found on the side of the road.
  5. The cadaver was donated to science for research purposes.

Quotes

  • I felt like a cadaver, waiting to be dissected and probed.
  • The cadaver is a taboo subject, but it's necessary for medical research.
  • The cadaver is a silent teacher, imparting knowledge to those who study it.

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