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An urn is a vessel, often an ornamental vase on a pedestal, used for various purposes such as preserving the ashes of the dead after cremation.
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Etymology
The term 'urn' originates from Latin 'urna', meaning a vessel for holding liquids.
Definition
An urn is an ornamental vessel, typically a vase on a pedestal, used for various purposes such as preserving the ashes of the dead after cremation.
Historical Context
Urns have been used for centuries in various cultures as a way to honor the deceased and preserve their remains.
Cultural Significance
In many cultures, urns hold symbolic importance and are used in funeral rites and ceremonies to commemorate the departed.
Related Concepts
- Cremation
- Funerary practices
- Memorialization
See Also
- Vase
- Cremation urn
- Funeral rites
Definition
An ornamental vessel, typically a vase on a pedestal, used for various purposes including preserving the ashes of the deceased after cremation.
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