encoffinment

encoffinment
The preparation of the body of a deceased person and placement of it in a coffin, especially in a ceremonial or ritualistic manner.

The encoffinment takes place on the third day after death, in the presence of the assembled family.

See Also: encoffin, encoffiner

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