Synonyms of carcass

carcass

noun

ˈkär-kəs 

as in corpse

a dead body

the carcass of a squirrel that had been run over

Synonyms & Similar Words

• corpse
• remains
• bones
• relics
• cadaver
• stiff
• corpus
• ashes
• corse
• carrion
• deceased
• carnage
• decedent
• mummy

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of carcass

At least one of the alligators was shot with a crossbow bolt, indicating intentional targeting, and the carcasses of the two alligators that died were abandoned and left to waste, TPWD said. — Doug Myers, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026

Crows and black kites have also been feeding on leftover rabbit food and carcasses, further shifting the ecosystem on the island. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026

Managers were instructed to remove all roach carcasses and seal the bottoms of entryways to prevent more pests from entering. — Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026

Public meetings were surrounded by people waving signs with photos of bloody bear carcasses. — Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026