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mummify

/mʌmˈfaɪ/ verb · British & US
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What does mummify mean?

verb

to preserve (a body) in a state of dryness, often by wrapping it in linen bandages, typically to prevent decay, or to treat (something) as if it were a mummy, often in a way that is considered to be excessive or unnecessary.

Example

"The ancient Egyptians believed that mummifying their dead would help them achieve eternal life."

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