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obsequies

US // (ˈɒbsɪkwɪz) //

讣告,葬仪,谄媚,葬礼

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Definitions

  1. 1

    singular -quy

    • : funeral rites

Synonyms & Antonyms

Examples

  • His obsequies were observed with fitting dignity, accentuated by resounding volleys.

  • It was he who buried the era of cartoons, although the obsequies were conducted with all pomp.

  • The obsequies of the departed President were of an imposing kind.

  • The old man was buried with difficulty, since there was no money to pay for the obsequies, but the hog was eaten.

  • If we had to deny the obsequies to all who die without confession, we should forget the De profundis!