prefuneral

/prɪˈfʌnərəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or occurring before a funeral

“The prefuneral service was held to honor the deceased.”

2. noun

a service or rite held before a funeral

“The prefuneral ceremony was attended by many of the deceased’s friends and family.”

3. noun

the time period or occasion immediately preceding a funeral

“The family spent the prefuneral period in mourning and preparation for the funeral service.”

Synonyms

  • bereavement
  • funeral rites
  • premortem

Antonyms

  • postfuneral