corpse road

noun

corpse road

noun
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Historical A route used to transport corpses, often from remote communities, to cemeteries where they could be buried.

  • Corpse roads evolved, often over high ground, with resting places along the way.2019, Alan Staniforth, Cleveland Way, page 70:

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