obit Meaning & Definition
/ˈɒbɪt/
What Does Obit Mean?
Obit is used as a noun meaning The death of a person. It can also mean A mass or other service held for the soul of a dead person.
Obit: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈɒbɪt// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | necrology and obituary |
| Plural | obits |
Obit Definition (Noun)
- The death of a person.
- A mass or other service held for the soul of a dead person.
- A record of a person's death.
Noun
- An obituary.
Noun
- Death of a person.
Synonyms of Obit
Obit synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Obit
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Obit in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
obit (plural obits)
Words That Rhyme With Obit
Origin of Obit
Origin 1: From Anglo-Norman obit, Middle French obit, and their source, Latin obitus (“going down; death”), from obīre (“to go down, to die”).
Origin 2: Clipping of obituary.
Obit Pronunciation
You say obit as //ˈɒbɪt//. It has 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Obit
What part of speech is obit?
Obit is a noun.
What is another word for obit?
Close synonyms of obit are necrology and obituary. See the full list of obit synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of obit?
The plural of obit is obits.