noun
- funeral rites or ceremonies
Usage: formal; usually plural
Examples
- The obsequies for the former president were attended by world leaders.
- Traditional obsequies in their culture lasted three days.
- The family arranged simple obsequies according to his wishes.
- Elaborate obsequies were held at the cathedral.
- The obsequies included prayers, hymns, and eulogies.
- She attended the obsequies of her former colleague.