rigor mortis
(rig-or-mor-tis)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. a condition of stiffening of the body after death.
Example Sentence
The body was in complete rigor mortis when the coroner arrived.
More Example Sentences
Rigor mortis sets in a few hours later.
Synonyms
postmortem rigidity; stiffening
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