Associations to the word «Pallbearer»

Wiktionary

PALLBEARER, noun. (archaic) One who carries a corner of the pall over a coffin or casket.
PALLBEARER, noun. One called upon to carry or bear the casket at a funeral.

Dictionary definition

PALLBEARER, noun. One of the mourners carrying the coffin at a funeral.

Wise words

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