rest in peace
English
Etymology
Calque of Latin requiescat in pace.
Verb
- A blessing or expression of hope that a deceased person is at peace.
- May the souls of the recently departed rest in peace.
- (euphemistic) To have passed away, or died.
Translations
blessing or expression of hope
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