gravedigger Meaning & Definition
/ˈɡɹeɪvˌdɪɡ.ə(ɹ)/
What Does Gravedigger Mean?
Gravedigger is a noun that means A person employed to dig graves. It is also used to mean A necrophore, or burying beetle.
Gravedigger at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈɡɹeɪvˌdɪɡ.ə(ɹ)/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Plural | gravediggers |
Gravedigger Definition (Noun)
- A person employed to dig graves.
- A necrophore, or burying beetle.
Synonyms of Gravedigger
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Gravedigger synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
gravedigger (plural gravediggers)
Words That Rhyme With Gravedigger
Origin of Gravedigger
From grave + digger.
How to Pronounce Gravedigger
You say gravedigger as /ˈɡɹeɪvˌdɪɡ.ə(ɹ)/. It has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (ɡɹeɪv).