Meaning of the word undertaker in English

What does undertaker mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

undertaker

US /ˈʌn.dɚˌteɪ.kɚ/
UK /ˈʌn.dəˌteɪ.kər/

Noun

a person whose business is to prepare dead bodies for burial or cremation and to arrange and manage funerals

Example:
The family met with the undertaker to discuss the funeral arrangements.
The undertaker handled all the details with professionalism and compassion.