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Definition:

An urn is a container, typically made of metal or ceramic, with a narrow neck and a wide base, used for holding the ashes of a deceased person after cremation.

Examples:

Noun:

1. The funeral home presented the family with a beautifully crafted urn to hold their loved one's ashes.

2. The museum displayed ancient Roman urns that were used to store grains and other commodities.

Verb:

1. After the cremation, they decided to urn their beloved pet in the backyard as a tribute.

2. The ashes were carefully urned and placed in a niche at the cemetery.

Adjective:

1. The small urn necklace contained a tiny portion of the deceased's ashes.

2. She chose an ornate ceramic urn to honor her late husband's memory.

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