Definition

A box or container used to hold valuable items, often used for jewelry or as a coffin.

Example

The family placed the jewelry in a beautiful casket for safekeeping.

Conversation

Did you see that beautiful casket at the museum yesterday?

Yeah, it was really ornate and detailed!

I can't believe how much craftsmanship went into that casket.

It makes you appreciate the history behind such pieces.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To put something inside a case or container, often for protection or storage.

Example

They decided to casket the precious artifacts to keep them safe.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how they casket the remains in funerals?

Yeah, it’s a pretty important part of the process.

I guess it makes sense to casket them with respect and care.

Root Explanation

Casket → The word originates from the Middle English 'caskett', which is a diminutive form of 'cask' (from Old French 'casque', meaning a small box or container). A casket is thus a small box or container, often used for holding valuables or keepsakes.

Memory Tip

Think of a small 'box' ('cask') that holds precious items — that's what a casket is.

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