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cremains

noun

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Pronunciation: /kɹɪˈmeɪnz/

noun

Etymology: Blend of cremated + remains. Apparently originally a euphemism used by undertakers.

  1. Cremated remains of a deceased person.

    Some people prefer to keep the cremains in their homes in a special place.

    Paul's cremains arrived by limo service less than an hour before the living room memorial.