Question

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1. what does the word “cemetery” actually mean?
2. what were cemeteries used for (other than burying the dead) in the early 19th century? what made this “trend” change?

Explanation:

1. The word "cemetery" comes from the Greek word "koimeterion" which means a sleeping - place or a place of rest for the dead.
2. In the early 19th century, cemeteries in some places were also used as public parks or recreational areas. The change in this "trend" was due to the increasing focus on the solemn and respectful nature of burial places, as well as the growth of more formal cemetery management and the development of the concept of the cemetery as a sacred space for mourning and remembrance.

Answer:

1. A place of rest for the dead (derived from Greek "koimeterion").
2. Used as public parks/recreational areas; change due to focus on solemnity, formal management, and sacred - space concept.