ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Mummification

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˌmʌmɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Mummification is a noun meaning The preserving of a dead body, by making it into a mummy.

Meaning

The preserving of a dead body, by making it into a mummy.

More Meanings

  1. (BDSM) The practice of wrapping a person's arms, torso, and legs in order to restrict their movement.

Example Sentences

Mummification is not reserved exclusively for humans. Cats, dogs, and even crocodiles often get the same treatment—complete with animal-shaped coffins and painted faces.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include mummia, mummyhood, mummifier, mummy, mumie, mummydom.

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