1. plural of mourning; periods of time during which people grieve the death of someone
Usage: typically used in formal or literary contexts
2. plural of mourning; the expression of sorrow through clothing, behavior, or ritual, especially black garments worn during a period of grief
Usage: historical or cultural usage

Examples

• The family observed several days of mournings after the funeral.
• In Victorian times, women wore black mournings for extended periods.
• The mournings lasted for weeks as the community grieved together.
• Different cultures have different customs for their mournings.
• She dressed in mournings to honor her late grandmother.
• The mournings were marked by quiet reflection and prayer.