Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

Anubis

Noun
/əˈnuːbɪs/
Definition
Anubis is an ancient Egyptian deity, often depicted as having a human body and a jackal’s head, associated with mummification and the afterlife.
Examples
  • In ancient Egypt, Anubis was often invoked in funerary rites.
  • The statue of Anubis stood guard over the tombs of pharaohs.
Meaning
As the god of the dead, Anubis was believed to guide souls in the afterlife and oversee the process of embalming.
Synonyms
  • None (as Anubis is a specific deity, synonyms are not applicable).