What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
crematory
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The family decided to have the body cremated at the local crematory. [crematory: noun]
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The crematory operator carefully monitored the temperature during the cremation process. [crematory: adjective]
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The crematory needed to be serviced after years of use. [crematory: noun]
crematorium
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The crematorium was built in the early 1900s and has been in operation ever since. [crematorium: noun]
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The crematorium staff followed strict protocols during the cremation process. [crematorium: noun]
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Crematoriums have been used for centuries in many cultures around the world. [crematorium: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Crematorium is slightly more common than crematory in British English, but both words are used in the funeral industry. In American English, crematory is more commonly used.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between crematory and crematorium?
Both crematory and crematorium are formal words that are typically used in professional or serious contexts, such as in the funeral industry or in discussions about death and dying.
