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Definition of crematorium

crematorium

/ˌkriːməˈtɔːriəm/
cre · ma · to · ri · um
Plural:crematoriums
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Adjective:crematorial
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• noun

1

A building or facility equipped with specialized high-temperature furnaces where the bodies of deceased people are cremated, often containing a chapel or hall for funeral services.

Example

"A quiet memorial service was held in the chapel at the local crematorium."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

In American English, 'crematory' is often used specifically for the furnace or facility where the body is cremated, whereas 'crematorium' is standard in British English for the entire building, including any attached chapel.

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• Nearby Words

cremains
cremate
cremation
crematorium
crematory
creme
creme brulee

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 19th century as a Modern Latin formation from Latin 'crematus' (past participle of 'cremare', meaning 'to burn') combined with the suffix '-orium', denoting a place for a particular function.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Crematorium. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/crematorium
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