casket

American  

[kas-kit, kah-skit] / ˈkæs kɪt, ˈkɑ skɪt /

noun

1. a coffin.

2. a small chest or box, as for jewels.

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verb (used with object)

1. to put or enclose in a casket.

casket British  

/ ˈkɑːskɪt /

noun

1. a small box or chest for valuables, esp jewels

2. another name for coffin

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Other Word Forms

• casketlike adjective
• uncasketed adjective

Etymology

Origin of casket

1425–75; late Middle English < ?

Example Sentences

He was three years old when a photographer captured him saluting his father’s casket, and for many years, that was how most of America pictured him.

From Salon

When my great-uncle Elvin died last year, a parade of black cars transported his casket from the funeral home to the cemetery.

From Literature

Funeral homes charge for embalming, caskets, vaults and funeral services.

From The Wall Street Journal

When doctors gave her the news, Charmaine says she felt like her little girl had already been placed in a casket.

From BBC

On 12 January 1995, his wooden casket was loaded on to the aircraft.

From BBC