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Third Person
mummifies
Present Participle
mummifying
Past Tense
mummified
Past Participle
mummified
1
dry up and shrivel due to complete loss of moisture
Synonyms:
2
to preserve a dead body by treating it with chemicals or natural substances to prevent decay
- The ancient Egyptians mummified their pharaohs to prepare them for the afterlife.
- Archaeologists found mummified cats and other animals in Egyptian tombs.
- Modern scientists use advanced techniques to study mummified remains and learn about ancient civilizations.
- The mummified remains of a noblewoman were discovered in a well-preserved tomb.
- Mummifying a body required careful preparation and specialized knowledge of anatomy.
3
preserve while making lifeless