Synonyms for

Mortuary

Verb / ˈmɔ:rtʃu:ˌeri: / Another word for mortuary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A place where dead bodies are kept before burial or cremation.

Synonyms & similar words

deadroom morgue morgue undertaker crematorium cemetery graveyard churchyard vault crypt ossuary funerary funerarium necropolis tomb sepulcher mausoleum

Example sentences

  1. The mortuary was a quiet and somber place.
  2. The family went to the mortuary to say their final goodbyes.
  3. The mortuary director helped the family plan the funeral.
  4. The mortuary was filled with the scent of flowers.
  5. The mortuary was located next to the cemetery.

Quotes

  • I visited the mortuary and saw the body of my friend for the last time.
  • The mortuary was a place of sadness and loss.
  • The mortuary was where we said our final goodbyes.

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