Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bury

verb
/ˈbɛri/
Definition
To place a dead body in the ground or to hide something underground.
Examples
  • After the ceremony, they decided to bury their pet in the backyard.
  • The treasure was buried deep beneath the old oak tree.
  • She tried to bury her feelings after the breakup.
Meaning
Bury means to put something into the ground and cover it, often referring to a body or an item that is being concealed.
Synonyms
  • inter
  • entomb
  • conceal
  • hide