Weeds (Noun)
Meaning
A black garment (dress) worn by a widow as a sign of mourning.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Usages
Examples
- The traditional weeds of mourning worn by the widow consisted of a long, flowing black dress with a veil to cover her face.
- In many cultures, it is customary for a widow to wear weeds for a year after her husband's death as a sign of respect and mourning.
- The queen wore weeds to the funeral of her late husband, the king, as a symbol of her deep sorrow and grief.
- In the old days, a widow would often wear weeds for the rest of her life as a constant reminder of her loss and a sign of her perpetual mourning.
- The actress wore weeds on stage to portray the character of a grieving widow, adding to the drama and emotional impact of the scene.