English Explanatory Dictionary

terramation

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A process for the final disposition of human remains in which microbes convert a deceased body into compost.

Word forms

terramation terramations

Etymology

Blend of Latin terra (“earth”) + cremation.

Synonyms

human composting organic reduction recomposition

Derived words

terramate
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