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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

obsequy

/ɒbˈsɛkjʊi/ noun · British & US
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What does obsequy mean?

noun

A funeral oration, or a ceremony of mourning; a funeral feast. A servile or insincere expression of condolence.

Example

"The eulogy was a beautiful obsequy to the deceased, filled with heartfelt words and memories."

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