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requiescat

/rɛˈkwɪːsækt/ verb · British & US
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What does requiescat mean?

verb

May requiescat in pace, a phrase used to express a wish for the deceased to rest in peace. It is often used in formal or poetic contexts.

Example

"The mourners gathered to pay their respects, and the priest offered a final blessing, saying 'Requiescat in pace, dear friend'."

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