also: エンジェルメイク · エンディングメイク
noun
postmortem makeup
Wasei-eigo term for cosmetic work done on a deceased person for a funeral or viewing. Used in the funeral industry.
wasei-eigo (Japanese-coined English), from angel make(up)
葬儀社でエンゼルメイクを施してもらった。
I had postmortem makeup applied at the funeral home.
With interpunct; less common but seen.
With interpunct; less common but seen.
Search-only variant using メーク.
Search-only variant; possibly a mishearing or rare alternative.
Wasei-eigo from English 'angel' and 'makeup'. The exact origin is uncertain, but it likely refers to making the deceased look peaceful, like an angel.