ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Mortician

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /mɔː(ɹ)ˈtɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Mortician is a noun meaning (US) An undertaker or funeral director; especially, one who is also the embalmer or cremator.

Meaning

(US) An undertaker or funeral director; especially, one who is also the embalmer or cremator.

Example Sentences

“And I prefer mortician to funeral director. It sounds more professional and, well, it is more precise. I deal with more than mere funerals; I deal with death, passing on, the transition.”

Word Forms

Synonyms for mortician

Depending on context, synonyms include undertaker.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include undertaker, funeralist, mute, embalmer, coroner, mummifier.

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