In cinerations, also known as cremation, is the process of burning and reducing a body to ashes. There are several synonyms for this term, including incineration, cremation, immolation, and funeral pyre. Each of these words has its own connotations and cultural associations. Incineration is a more clinical term, while cremation is commonly used in Western cultures. Immolation has a sacrificial and religious connotation, and is often associated with self-sacrifice. Funeral pyre is a more archaic term, originating from ancient funeral rituals. Despite these nuances, all of these words ultimately refer to the same process of reducing a body to ashes through fire.