Meaning & Definition of Mourning in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: The act of expressing sorrow for someone's death.

  Example Sentence: She wore black clothing as a sign of mourning for her grandfather.

• Definition: A period of time during which someone mourns the death of a loved one.

  Example Sentence: He went into mourning after the loss of his wife.

• Definition: The outward signs of grief, such as wearing black or engaging in rituals.

  Example Sentence: In many cultures, mourning customs include specific rituals.

Etymology

Origin: Derived from the Old English 'murnan', which means 'to grieve'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• in mourning: In a state of mourning due to the death of someone.
• mourning period: A designated time during which mourning customs are observed.
• morning after: Refers to the day following an event or incident, often used metaphorically.

Translations

• Spanish: luto

• French: deuil

• German: Trauer

• Russian: траур

Related Words

• grief: Intense sorrow, especially caused by someone's death.

• lament: A passionate expression of grief or sorrow.

• bereavement: The state of having lost a loved one.

Slang Meanings of mourning

• Meaning: Sad vibes

  Example Sentence: After he heard the news, everyone felt the sad vibes in the room.

• Meaning: Heavy heart

  Example Sentence: She's been walking around with a heavy heart since the funeral.