cemeteries

Meanings

• noun

  A place where the dead are buried.

  - "The cemeteries are located on the outskirts of the city."
  - "Visiting the cemeteries is a solemn tradition during the Day of the Dead."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with cemeteries
embalmer , balmer , palmer

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Variants

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cemeteries , cemetery

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Etymology

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From Old French 'cemetiere', from Latin 'coemeterium' meaning 'burial ground'.

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Trivia

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1. The world's largest cemetery is the Forest of the Crosses in Mexico, which covers over 20 square miles.

2. The term 'cemetery' comes from the Greek word 'koimetros', which means 'sleeping place'.

3. Some ancient Egyptian tombs were designed as miniature cities, complete with streets, houses, and even gardens.

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Related Concepts

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1. graveyard: A smaller cemetery or burial ground.

2. memorial park: A cemetery that emphasizes landscaping and recreational activities.

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Culture

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Cemeteries have cultural, historical, and symbolic significance in various societies. They serve as final resting places for the deceased and often reflect the values, beliefs, and artistic sensibilities of the living. Cemeteries have been featured in literature, art, music, and other forms of expression, such as Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Raven' and Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein'.

How to Memorize "cemeteries"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, quiet area filled with headstones and tombstones.
   - Visualize the peaceful atmosphere of a cemetery with families paying respects to their loved ones.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'cemetery' with the idea of final resting places.
   - Think of the word 'cemetery' as a place where people go to remember their deceased loved ones.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mental image of a 'C' shaped like a cemetery, with headstones and tombstones inside.
   - Remember that 'Cemeteries' start with the letter 'C'.

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