mourning (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈmɔːrnɪŋ/
Definition
A period of deep sadness and grief, especially after the death of a loved one, often expressed through specific customs like wearing dark colors.
Examples
The family observed a week of mourning after their grandmother's passing.
Wearing black is a traditional sign of mourning in many cultures.
His prolonged mourning showed how deeply he had loved his wife.
How to Use mourning
- mourning for (prepositional phrase)
- The state of feeling sad or grieving for someone who has died. — "He is still mourning for his lost brother."
- mourning period (collocation)
- A specific length of time designated for grieving. — "The official mourning period for the president will be ten days."
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