funeral director
Americannoun
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a person, usually a licensed embalmer, who supervises or conducts the preparation of the dead for burial and directs or arranges funerals.
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a person who owns or operates a funeral home.
noun
Etymology
Origin of funeral director
An Americanism dating back to 1885–90
Example Sentences
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Ockenden said one "very serious incident" involved the release of the wrong baby to a funeral director in 2022.
From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026
However, membership is voluntary, and the funeral director that dealt with Ronald is not a member of either organisation.
From BBC ● Mar. 15, 2026
Despite their efforts, the father of six was pronounced dead that afternoon, with his body collected by the funeral director that evening.
From BBC ● Mar. 15, 2026
"I couldn't believe it when I realised that anybody can set up a business as a funeral director, in their own living room if they want to," she said.
From BBC ● Feb. 19, 2026
A funeral director who had been recommended by the lawyer.
From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz
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