Bier (noun)

1. A stand or a frame used for carrying a coffin or a dead body to a place of burial, often covered with a shroud or a pall.
2. A stand or a table used for displaying or holding objects or food, especially in a public place or at an event.
3. A type of wooden bench or a table used for seating or for supporting objects or food, especially in a brewery or a tavern.

Origin:

Derived from the old english word byr, meaning 'a carrying frame', bier refers to a stand or a frame used for carrying a coffin or a dead body to a place of burial.

Examples:

1. The bier was carried through the streets of the town, accompanied by mourners and followed by the hearse.
2. The bier was covered with a white shroud and adorned with flowers, as befitting a man of his standing and dignity.
3. The bier was set up in the town square, where the public could pay their respects to the departed.
4. The bier was used to display the food and drink at the festival, offering a tempting array of roasted meats, breads, and ales.
5. The bier was a popular spot in the brewery, offering a place to rest and sample the latest brews while enjoying the music and camaraderie of friends.