Definitions
n. the act or ceremony of placing a dead body underground
埋葬；葬礼
Example
The family gathered quietly for the burial yesterday.
昨天，一家人静静地聚在一起参加葬礼。
Ancient burial sites provide valuable evidence about the beliefs and social structures of past communities.
古代墓葬遗址为了解过去社会的信仰和社会结构提供了宝贵证据。
Collocations
- burial site
- burial ground
- burial customs
Word family
- bury (v.)
Synonyms
- interment
Usage tip
burial重在入土安葬；funeral泛指葬礼仪式。
FAQ
- What does burial mean?
- the act or ceremony of placing a dead body underground
- How is burial pronounced?
- UK /ˈberiəl/, US /ˈberiəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
