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obsequies
This term carries a heavy, solemn weight and is almost exclusively reserved for highly formal, liturgical, or literary contexts. It evokes an image of ritualistic precision and traditional mourning, distinguishing itself from the general term funeral by emphasizing the ceremonial sequence of rites rather than just the burial event.
Grammatically, this noun is a plurale tantum, meaning it exists only in the plural form and has no singular counterpart. Because it lacks a singular form, it always takes a plural verb and cannot be counted with numbers; one does not refer to a single obsequy, but rather to the obsequies as a collective set of rituals.
Meanings
Examples
The king's obsequies were attended by delegates from across the continent.
We must prepare the obsequies before the new moon rises.
The family requested that the obsequies be kept private.
I wonder if the obsequies will be held in the cathedral or the chapel.
The solemn obsequies lasted for three full days.
They performed the ancient obsequies according to the laws of their ancestors.
The cost of such lavish obsequies was far beyond their means.
Let us begin the obsequies for our fallen comrade.