remains of the deceased; carcass; dead matter
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
remains of the deceased (esp. of a respected person)
formalUsed formally with respect, often in contexts like funerals, news reports, or ceremonies. It carries a solemn tone.
People from all walks of life went to the funeral home to bid farewell to the remains of the revolutionary martyrs.
The Premier's remains will be buried in the National Father's Mausoleum.
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Laying flowers and observing a moment of silence before the remains is a common mourning ritual.
noun
dead matter; carcass; remains of plants and animals
formalUsed in formal or scientific contexts, such as biology, ecology, or forensics. Often refers to organic matter after death.
Archaeologists discovered the carcass of a woolly mammoth, which was remarkably well-preserved.
The dead matter of plants and animals in the forest is quickly decomposed by microorganisms.
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He found the carcass of a dolphin on the beach.