First Known Use: 14th century
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1hearse
noun \ˈhərs\
: a large car that is used for carrying a coffin to a grave
Full Definition of HEARSE
1
a : an elaborate framework erected over a coffin or tomb to which memorial verses or epitaphs are attached b : a triangular candelabra for 15 candles used especially at Tenebrae
3
: a vehicle for conveying the dead to the grave
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Origin of HEARSE
Middle English herse, from Anglo-French herce harrow, frame for holding candles, from Latin hirpic-, hirpex harrow
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2hearse
verb
hearsedhears·ing
Definition of HEARSE
transitive verb
1
a archaic : to place on or in a hearse b : to convey in a hearse
2
: bury
First Known Use of HEARSE
1592
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hearse
noun \ˈhərs\
Definition of HEARSE for Kids
: a vehicle for carrying a dead person to the grave
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