B2nounsocietyhistory
US/ˈber.i.əl/
UK/ˈber.i.əl/
the act of putting a dead body in the ground in a grave
In context
The burial took place in a small cemetery near the village.
Archaeologists found an ancient burial site under the old church.
His family arranged a quiet burial after the funeral service.
Words that go with burial
noun + noun
- burial groundThe hill was once a sacred burial ground.
- burial siteWorkers uncovered an ancient burial site.
- burial placeHer burial place is beside her husband.
- burial ceremonyThe burial ceremony was attended by hundreds.
verb + noun
- arrange a burialThe family arranged a burial for Saturday.
noun + preposition
- burial at seaHe asked for a burial at sea.