crematory
/ˈkriːmətɔːri/
noun
- A building or facility where dead bodies are cremated; same as a crematorium.
- The crematory is located just outside the city limits.
- They chose a crematory with a peaceful garden for the memorial service.
- The old crematory was renovated to include a larger waiting room for families.
Synonyms
adjective
- Relating to or used for cremation.
- Crematory services are becoming more common than traditional burials.
- The crematory oven must be maintained at a very high temperature.
- They purchased a new crematory furnace for the funeral home.