Keening

The mourners swayed and chanted in a keening rhythm, honoring the memory of the deceased.

The ancient ritual of keening has been passed down through generations in our family.

The piercing sound of keening could be heard from miles away, signaling the loss of a respected community leader.

In ancient Celtic rituals, women would often keening during funeral rites to honor the departed.

The keening smell of rotten eggs filled the kitchen, indicating a gas leak.