Enhearse

/ɪnˈhɪərs/ verb

Definition

To place a body in a hearse or to prepare a body for burial and funeral procession.

Etymology

From 'en-' plus 'hearse,' from Old French 'herce' (harrow). The word 'hearse' originally meant a triangular frame for candles, then became the wheeled carriage for carrying coffins.

Kelly Says

The word 'hearse' actually meant a harrow (a farm tool) before it meant a funeral carriage—the triangular candle-holder framework reminded people of a harrow's teeth, which is why funeral coaches got this odd name.

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