unwreathe

/ʌnˈwreɪð, -ˈwriːθ/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove the wreath or flowers from a corpse, especially a king or noble, as a sign of mourning

“The monarch’s body was unwreathed in a grand ceremony, marking the end of the period of national mourning.”

2. verb

to remove the flowers or wreath from a grave, monument, or other memorial as a sign of disrespect or neglect

“The vandals were caught unwreathing the war memorial in the dead of night, sparking public outrage.”

Synonyms

  • desecrate
  • remove

Antonyms

  • honour
  • respect