bier
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Definition of bier
1 archaic : a framework for carrying
2 : a stand on which a corpse or coffin is placed also : a coffin together with its stand
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11 Interesting and Ancient Burial Words
11 Interesting and Ancient Burial Words
Strange and unusual words from the boneyard
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The first known use of bier was before the 12th century
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bier
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English Language Learners Definition of bier
: a table or platform on which a coffin or dead body is placed at a funeral
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Kids Definition of bier
: a stand on which a corpse or coffin is placed
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