Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cerecloth
Noun
ˈsɛrəˌklɔθ
Definition
A cloth impregnated with wax or a similar substance, used for wrapping and preserving items.
Examples
- The ancient Egyptians often used cerecloth to wrap their mummies.
- This cerecloth is both durable and resistant to moisture, making it ideal for protection.
- He purchased cerecloth to wrap the delicate artifacts before shipping them.
Meaning
Cerecloth is primarily used to store and protect objects, particularly in the context of wrapping corpses for burial in earlier times.
Synonyms
- Waxed cloth
- Imprägne cloth
