crapehanger

/ˈkræfeɪnˌdʒeɪnər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who hangs or sells funeral crepe or crape, especially in the 19th century.

“The old town had a crapehanger who set up shop every time someone in the community passed away.”

Synonyms

  • mourner
  • undertaker

Antonyms

  • celebrant