crematory
noun
a place, as a funeral establishment, at which cremation is done.
crematories
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pluralof crematory.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Return to Nature gave Wilson’s family and some others death certificates stating their loved ones’ remains had been handled by one of two crematories.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 19, 2023
The restriction was put into place two months ago, as the end of China’s “zero Covid” policy prompted a surge of Covid cases in the country — overwhelming hospitals, morgues and crematories.
From New York Times ● Mar. 8, 2023
Most of the families of the victims completed the traditional third-day funeral procession on Wednesday, dressed in black and carrying the portrait and remains of their loved ones to crematories and cemeteries.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 2, 2022
"We've discussed ways to reinforce the crematories to reduce public inconvenience," health ministry official Son Young-rae said.
From Reuters ● Mar. 23, 2022
The Japanese portion has its bazaar, crematories and temples.
From My Trip Around the World August, 1895-May, 1896 by Eleonora Hunt
