rest in peace
The phrase 'rest in peace' is a traditional expression used to wish eternal peace to the soul of a deceased person, often found in religious contexts and on gravestones.
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Definition
B2General
(euphemistic, condolence)A phrase expressing hope that a deceased person is at peace.
Example
- May she rest in peace.
- Rest in peace, John.
B2Religious
(Christianity, funeral)A traditional expression used in Christian funeral rites to wish eternal peace to a deceased person's soul.
Example
- The priest concluded the service with 'Rest in peace.'
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "rest in peace":