catafalque

[US]/kætəˈfɑːlkw/
[UK]/ˌkætəˈfɔːlk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A raised platform on which a corpse is placed before burial or cremation.; A hearse used to carry a corpse to the place of burial or cremation.
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Phrases & Collocations

catafalque procession

catafalque ceremony

catafalque display

catafalque service

catafalque tribute

catafalque honor

catafalque vigil

catafalque guard

catafalque arrangement

catafalque setting

Example Sentences

the catafalque was beautifully decorated for the ceremony.

they placed flowers on the catafalque as a tribute.

the catafalque stood in the center of the hall.

during the funeral, the catafalque was covered with a flag.

people lined up to pay their respects at the catafalque.

the catafalque was illuminated by soft candlelight.

as the procession approached, the catafalque was unveiled.

the artist designed a unique catafalque for the occasion.

visitors were moved by the solemnity of the catafalque.

the catafalque served as a focal point during the memorial service.

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