epicaridea

/ɛpɪkɑːˈriːdə/ or /eːpɪˈkɑːriːdɛə/

Definitions

1. noun

the act or practice of placing a small object, especially a coin or a flower, on a tomb or grave, especially as a sign of respect or remembrance.

“The family chose to place a small rose on the grave as an epicaridea to honor their loved one.”

Synonyms

  • memento
  • offering

Antonyms

  • desecration
  • obliteration