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Mortician: meaning, definitions and examples

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mortician

 

[ mɔːrˈtɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

professional title

A mortician is a professional who is responsible for preparing the deceased for burial or cremation. They typically handle the embalming process, which involves preserving the body, as well as dressing and cosmetically enhancing the deceased to improve their appearance for viewings. Morticians also assist families with funeral arrangements, providing guidance and support during a difficult time. This role often requires a deep understanding of both the technical aspects of body preparation and the emotional needs of grieving families.

Synonyms

embalmer, funeral director, undertaker

Examples of usage

  • The mortician was respectful and compassionate during the planning process.
  • After the funeral, the mortician offered the family resources for coping with grief.
  • She decided to become a mortician after helping with her grandmother's funeral.
  • The mortician ensured that every detail was perfect for the ceremony.

Translations

Translations of the word "mortician" in other languages:

🇵🇹 agente funerário

🇮🇳 अंत्येष्टि सेवक

🇩🇪 Bestatter

🇮🇩 pengurus jenazah

🇺🇦 похоронний агент

🇵🇱 pogrzebacz

🇯🇵 葬儀屋

🇫🇷 entrepreneur de pompes funèbres

🇪🇸 funerario

🇹🇷 cenaze işleri uzmanı

🇰🇷 장례식장 직원

🇸🇦 مستشار جنازات

🇨🇿 pohřební služba

🇸🇰 pohrebný služobník

🇨🇳 殡葬师

🇸🇮 pogrebnik

🇮🇸 útförumaður

🇰🇿 жерлеуші

🇬🇪 მაფლანგებელი

🇦🇿 dəfn xidməti

🇲🇽 agente funerario

Etymology

The word 'mortician' is derived from the Latin term 'morticius', which relates to death, and 'ician', a suffix that denotes a person engaged in a particular profession. The term began to gain prominence in the United States in the late 19th century as the profession of funeral directing became more formalized. Initially, individuals who handled the deceased often held various roles, including cabinet makers who also constructed coffins. As the approach to death care evolved, the role of the mortician emerged to encompass a more specialized focus on the complete management of funeral services. Today, morticians play an essential role in providing end-of-life care and support to families, ensuring that the deceased are treated with dignity and respect.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,987, 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.