tabut

/tæˈbuːt/

Definitions

1. noun

A bier or a coffin, especially in Southeast Asia.

“The tabut was decorated with flowers and placed in the temple for the funeral service.”

2. noun

A decorated bier or a ceremonial coffin.

“The tabut was carried by the pallbearers during the funeral procession.”

Synonyms

  • bier
  • coffin

Antonyms

  • tomb