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Morgue

UK //mɔːɡ//US //mɔrg//

Definition

A facility where bodies are stored for examination or autopsy.

In simple words: A place where dead bodies are kept.

Examples

The investigation led them to the local morgue for further examination.
After the accident, the bodies were transported to the morgue.
She volunteered at the morgue to assist with medical research.
In the drama, scenes at the morgue added to the suspense.
The morgue operates under strict guidelines to handle deceased individuals.

Usage notes

Used in medical and legal contexts. Not typically used in casual conversation. Avoid using in sensitive discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'morgue' like 'more' + 'gore', a place with more dead bodies.

Collocations

visit a morgue
work in a morgue
morgue staff

Synonyms

cadaver lab
coroner's office
depository

Antonyms

birthplace
life
hospital

Common mistakes

Confused with 'mortuary', which refers to a place for preparing bodies for burial.
Mispronounces, thinking it rhymes with 'forge'.
Uses in inappropriate contexts, such as jokes.