Meaning of the word morgue in English

What does morgue mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

morgue

US /mɔːrɡ/
UK /mɔːɡ/

Noun

a place where dead bodies are kept, especially until they are identified or buried

Example:
The victim's body was taken to the city morgue.
They identified the body at the morgue.