Morgue

usgb/mɔːrɡ/
noun

A place where bodies are kept, especially to be investigated or identified.

The body was moved to the city morgue for an autopsy.
Visual representation of "morgue" - A place where bodies are kept, especially to be investigated or identified.

Often appears as...

  • city morgue
  • hospital morgue
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Grave Context

The word 'morgue' often relates to death and can give a somber tone to sentences.

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After the accident, the morgue was sadly busy.
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Not Just Crime

'Morgue' isn't solely used in crime contexts; it's any facility holding the deceased for various reasons.

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The hospital morgue also stores bodies for research.
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Sensitive Topic

When using 'morgue', be mindful that discussions involving death can be sensitive or upsetting to some.

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He spoke in a low voice when mentioning the morgue.
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