"resomation" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: resomations [plural]
Etymology: From re- + soma + -ation. Etymology templates: {{confix|en|re|soma|ation}} re- + soma + -ation Head templates: {{en-noun|~}} resomation (countable and uncountable, plural resomations)
  1. A process for the disposal of a corpse by submerging it in a strong base compound at a high pressure and temperature until it dissolves. Wikipedia link: resomation Tags: countable, uncountable Categories (topical): Death Synonyms: alkaline hydrolysis, biocremation, flameless cremation, water cremation Related terms: resomate, resomator

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