Kadaver
Kadaver is the German term for a dead body, typically referring to a human body used for medical, educational, or forensic purposes. In German-speaking contexts, a Kadaver often denotes a body that has died and is available for study in anatomy laboratories, research, or post-mortem examination. In English, the closest equivalent is cadaver, though usage varies by country and discipline; corpse is a more general term, and body is the most neutral.
Etymology and usage notes: Kadaver is borrowed from the French cadavre, which ultimately derives from Latin
Context and handling: Kadaveric material is managed in controlled environments such as university anatomy departments, medical
See also: Cadaver, Corpse, Autopsy, Anatomical gift, Forensic examination.