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Definition of pallbearer

pallbearer

/ˈpɔːlˌbɛə.rər/
pall · bear · er
Plural:pallbearers
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pallbearer Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person who helps to carry or officially escort the coffin at a funeral.

Example

"Six close friends and cousins of the deceased were asked to serve as pallbearers at the funeral service."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the early 18th century as a compound of 'pall' (from Old English 'pæll', ultimately from Latin 'pallium', meaning 'cloak') and 'bearer'. Historically, pallbearers walked alongside the coffin holding the corners of the heavy velvet pall draped over it, before the role evolved into physically carrying the casket itself.

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