pallbearer
pronunciation
How to pronounce pallbearer in British English:
UK ['pɔ:lˌbeərə]
How to pronounce pallbearer in American English:
US [ˈpɔlˌbɛrɚ]
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- Noun:
- one of the mourners carrying the coffin at a funeral
Word Origin
- pallbearer (n.)
- also pall-bearer, 1707, from pall (n.) + agent noun of bear (v.). Originally one who holds the corners of the pall at a funeral.
Example
- 1. In my opinion , you 'll make a fine pallbearer .