inhearse

/ɪnˈhɜːrz/

Definitions

1. verb

to prepare or be preparing for a funeral, especially in a formal or traditional manner.

“The family decided to inhearse their loved one with a traditional ceremony.”

2. verb

to undergo the process of being prepared for a funeral.

“The deceased was said to be inhearsing at the local mortuary.”

Synonyms

  • embalm
  • mummify

Antonyms

  • carnify