Mourning woman: meaning, definitions and examples
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mourning woman
[ ˈmɔːnɪŋ ˈwʊmən ]
grief
A mourning woman is a female who is in a state of sorrow and sadness due to the loss of a loved one. She may express her grief through crying, wearing black clothing, and other mourning rituals.
Synonyms
bereaved woman, grieving woman, sorrowful woman
Examples of usage
- She was seen walking slowly, a mourning woman with tears streaming down her face.
- The mourning woman sat by the grave, clutching a wilted bouquet of flowers.
Translations
Translations of the word "mourning woman" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mulher de luto
🇮🇳 शोकाकुल महिला
🇩🇪 trauende Frau
🇮🇩 wanita berkabung
🇺🇦 жінка в траурі
🇵🇱 kobieta w żałobie
🇯🇵 喪に服す女性 (もにふくすじょせい)
🇫🇷 femme en deuil
🇪🇸 mujer de luto
🇹🇷 yaslı kadın
🇰🇷 애도하는 여자
🇸🇦 امرأة في حداد
🇨🇿 truchlící žena
🇸🇰 žena v smútku
🇨🇳 哀悼的女人 (āidào de nǚrén)
🇸🇮 žalujoča ženska
🇮🇸 konan í sorg
🇰🇿 қайғырып жүрген әйел
🇬🇪 გლოვიანი ქალი
🇦🇿 yas tutan qadın
🇲🇽 mujer de luto
Etymology
The term 'mourning woman' has its origins in the traditional customs and practices surrounding death and bereavement. Throughout history, women have often been associated with expressions of grief and mourning, taking on the role of caregivers and emotional pillars during times of loss. The image of a mourning woman has been depicted in art, literature, and cultural traditions, reflecting the universal experience of dealing with the loss of a loved one.