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Cremate: meaning, definitions and examples

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cremate

 

[ kriˈmeɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

funeral practice

To cremate means to dispose of a dead body by burning it to ashes. This process is often carried out in a specially designed facility known as a crematorium. The practice of cremation is chosen for various reasons, including religious beliefs, simplicity, or environmental considerations. It can provide a more manageable solution for families compared to traditional burial, as it usually requires less space and can be less expensive. The ashes of the deceased are commonly placed in an urn or scattered in a meaningful location.

Synonyms

burn, incinerate, open-air cremation.

Examples of usage

  • They chose to cremate their mother's remains.
  • After the ceremony, they will cremate the body.
  • Cremation is becoming a more popular choice for many families.
  • He expressed his wish to be cremated instead of buried.

Translations

Translations of the word "cremate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cremar

🇮🇳 अग्नि संस्कार करना

🇩🇪 einäschern

🇮🇩 mengkremasi

🇺🇦 кремувати

🇵🇱 kremować

🇯🇵 火葬する

🇫🇷 crémation

🇪🇸 cremar

🇹🇷 kremasyon yapmak

🇰🇷 화장하다

🇸🇦 حرق الجثث

🇨🇿 kremovat

🇸🇰 kremovať

🇨🇳 火化

🇸🇮 pokopati

🇮🇸 kremation

🇰🇿 кремдеу

🇬🇪 კრემაცია

🇦🇿 kremasiya

🇲🇽 cremar

Etymology

The word 'cremate' originates from the Latin word 'cremāre', which means 'to burn or consume by fire'. This Latin term is derived from the root 'crema', which translates to 'ash'. The practice of cremation dates back thousands of years and has been observed in various cultures around the world, including ancient Hindu customs and the Roman Empire, where it was often seen as a way to honor the deceased. The modern cremation movement gained momentum in the 19th century, leading to the establishment of crematoriums and a growing acceptance of cremation as a respectful means of dealing with the dead. Today, cremation is widely accepted and practiced across various cultures and religions, although it may still carry different meanings and rituals depending on the beliefs of the community.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,416, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.