Meaning of the word cremated in English
What does cremated mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cremated
US /ˈkriː.meɪ.tɪd/
UK /ˈkriː.meɪ.tɪd/
Verb
to burn a dead body to ashes
Example:
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His body was cremated and his ashes scattered at sea.
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Many people choose to be cremated rather than buried.
Adjective
having been burned to ashes
Example:
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The family received the cremated remains in an urn.
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The cremated ashes were scattered in his favorite garden.