Lychgate (Noun)
Meaning
A roofed gate to a churchyard, formerly used as a temporary shelter for the bier during funerals.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The funeral procession paused briefly under the lychgate before proceeding to the gravesite.
- As we walked through the old churchyard, we noticed the beautifully restored lychgate that dated back to the 17th century.
- The lychgate, with its intricately carved wooden beams, stood as a testament to the village's rich history.
- Under the lychgate, the mourners gathered to pay their respects before the coffin was carried into the church.
- The lychgate, once a humble shelter for the deceased, now served as a picturesque entrance to the churchyard.