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Definition mourning in American English

mourning noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈmɔrnɪŋ/
1

the process or ceremony of expressing great sadness because someone has died

Example

The official period of mourning is over now.

Example

The whole town is in mourning following the crash.

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2

clothes, especially black clothes, that are worn as a sign of respect for someone who has died

Example

She dressed in mourning for years after he died.

Definition mourning in American English