Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mummified
adjective
/ˈmʌmɪfaɪd/
Definition
Preserved by drying or embalming, typically referring to bodies that have undergone this process to prevent decay.
Examples
- The ancient Egyptians mummified their dead to prepare them for the afterlife.
- The archaeologists discovered a tomb containing mummified remains of a pharaoh.
- After years of research, the scientists managed to analyze a mummified specimen of a rare species.
Meaning
To mummify means to dry out and preserve a body, often used in the context of ancient Egyptian practices where it was necessary to ensure a person’s journey into the afterlife.
Synonyms
- Embalmed
- Preserved
- Dried
