cremation
Translation
incineration of a body
Examples
The cremation will take place tomorrow morning.
The cremation will take place tomorrow morning.
Cremation is becoming more common than burial.
Cremation is becoming more common than burial.
Grammar Patterns
((uncountable noun)) the act of burning a dead body Cremation is becoming more common.
Similar Words
Synonyms: incineration
Etymology
From Latin 'crematio', from 'cremare' (to burn). The suffix '-ion' denotes an action or process.
Memory Tips
The noun form of 'to cremate'. The '-ion' ending signifies the act or process.