Hearse

usgb/hɜːrs/
noun

A vehicle for taking a coffin to a funeral.

The hearse carried the coffin from the church to the cemetery.
Visual representation of "hearse" - A vehicle for taking a coffin to a funeral.

Often appears as...

  • funeral hearse
  • horse-drawn hearse
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Funeral Context

Primarily used in the context of funerals, symbolizes the last journey of someone's life.

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Family members followed the hearse to pay their final respects.
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Solemnity

The term often implies a solemn and respectful atmosphere, due to its association with death.

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Mourners stood in silence as the hearse arrived.
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Cultural Variations

Hearses can differ by culture, such as motor vehicles or horse-drawn in some traditions.

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In the procession, a horse-drawn hearse added a traditional touch.
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