interment

noun

in·​ter·​ment in-ˈtər-mənt 

: the act or ceremony of interring

Synonyms of interment

• burial
• funeral

Examples of interment in a Sentence

a respectful but nonreligious interment in a private cemetery

Recent Examples on the Web

In their home state, dates of observation extend through the day of interment. — Sarah Linn, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026

Cremation and interment services are being handled by Chapel Lawn Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens. — Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2026

Following the service, a procession of family and invited guests led by the Idaho State Police will proceed to the Idaho State Veterans Cemetery for the interment ceremony. — Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 2 May 2026

The date of Klinner's interment has not yet been announced. — Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 17 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

interment

noun

in·​ter·​ment in-ˈtər-mənt 

: burial