Embalm

usgb/ɪmˈbɑːm/
verb

To preserve a dead body with special chemicals to prevent decay.

The body was embalmed before the funeral.
Visual representation of "embalm" - To preserve a dead body with special chemicals to prevent decay

Often appears as...

  • professional embalm
  • embalm a body

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Profession Specific

Used in the context of funeral services by professionals like morticians.

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The mortician professionally embalmed the body.
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Historical Practices

Often associated with ancient Egyptian mummification methods.

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Mummies were embalmed to preserve them for the afterlife.
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Sensitive Subject

Talk about embalming with sensitivity, as it involves death.

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The director explained how the body would be embalmed with respect.
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