eulogist

Definition

A speaker who delivers a funeral oration (eulogy) for a deceased person.

Etymology

From eulogy + -ist.

Example Sentences

• "I consider, that so far as what is called military renown is concerned, the American Navy needs no eulogist but History."
• "I am his eulogist; but I am not in love with him. If he were to ask me to be his wife to-morrow, I should be distressed, and should refuse him."