funerary

[fyoo-nuh-rer-ee]

adjective

1. of or relating to a funeral or burial.

   a funerary urn.

ˈfunerary

/ ˈfjuːnərərɪ /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or for a funeral

Word History and Origins

Origin of ˈfunerary¹

First recorded in 1685–95, funerary is from the Late Latin word fūnerārius of, relating to a funeral. See funeral, -ary

Example Sentences

Many experts believe a second tomb of Thutmose II is still out there, containing the funerary items that were moved from the newly discovered tomb.

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The vessel is, unsurprisingly, a funerary jar — and a knockout of ceramic art.

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Her deadpan delivery and zombie prom dance solidified “Wednesday” as one of the year’s best and liveliest funerary comedies.

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It is thought the objects may have been burnt on a funerary pyre before being buried, though no human remains were found.

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On occasion, a deceased warrior’s wife would be killed during a funerary ceremony.

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