cemetery

noun C1

Meaning

A cemetery is a designated area, often landscaped and maintained, where the deceased are interred or memorialized, typically marked by gravestones or monuments, serving both as a final resting place and a site for mourning and remembrance, reflecting cult
💡 The term "cemetery" is often used interchangeably with "graveyard," although the latter specifically refers to burial grounds associated with a church. It is important to use "cemetery" in contexts that emphasize a broader or secular space for interment.

Example Sentences

The cemetery provides valuable data for archaeological and historical research .
The cemetery was carefully maintained by the local council .
The company purchased land near the cemetery for new office development .
The old cemetery was quiet and filled with ancient tombstones .

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