cremate
UK: krɪˈmeɪt | US: ˈkriːmeɪt
vt. to burn a dead body to ashes, typically as part of a funeral rite
cremate = crem<burn> + ate<verb suffix>
- crem: From Latin cremare ("to burn, consume by fire").
- ate: A verb-forming suffix indicating action, derived from Latin -atus.
Etymology Origin:
The word "cremate" traces back to Latin cremare, which directly means "to burn." The suffix -ate was added in English to form a verb, aligning with other Latin-derived verbs like "activate" or "navigate." The term specifically evolved to refer to the ritual burning of bodies, reflecting both the physical act and its cultural significance.
The family chose to cremate their loved one according to his wishes.
In some cultures, it is traditional to cremate the deceased rather than bury them.
The law requires proper documentation before you can cremate a body.
Modern facilities use high temperatures to cremate remains efficiently.
She decided to cremate her pet and keep the ashes in an urn.