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bier

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun bier has 2 senses
  1. bier - a coffin along with its stand; "we followed the bier to the graveyard"
    --1 is a kind of
    coffin, casket
  2. bier - a stand to support a corpse or a coffin prior to burial
    --2 is a kind of
    rack, stand
    --2 has particulars: catafalque

Definitions from the Web

Bier

Description:

A bier is a platform or framework used for carrying a coffin or a corpse during a funeral procession or ceremony.

Senses:

  1. Noun (Funeral): A platform or framework used for carrying a coffin or a corpse.
  2. Noun (Beer - Local): A term used colloquially in certain regions to refer to beer.

Usage Examples:

  1. Noun (Funeral):
    • The pallbearers gently placed the coffin on the bier.
    • Family and friends followed the bier as it made its way to the graveyard.
  2. Noun (Beer - Local):
    • "Let's go grab a bier at the local pub!" exclaimed John.
    • During Oktoberfest, many people indulge in the local biers.

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