Caskets Meaning in English
word · lemma: casket
Definition
Boxes, usually made of wood or metal, used to hold the body of a dead person for burial or cremation. 'Casket' can also refer to a decorative box for valuables in rare cases.
Usage & Nuances
'Casket' is mostly used in American English for a burial box, while 'coffin' is more common in British English. In rare, older usage it can mean a decorative jewelry box. Plural is 'caskets'. Often used in funeral or memorial contexts.
Example Sentences
Three caskets were placed at the front of the church.
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The funeral home displays many types of caskets.
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They made caskets from both wood and metal.
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During the ceremony, the families placed flowers on the caskets.
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The old mansion had a display of antique caskets used centuries ago.
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People sometimes confuse jewelry boxes with small decorative caskets.
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