What does embalm mean?

v. To treat a dead body with chemicals so it doesn't decay and can be preserved.

embalm

🇺🇸 /ɪmˈbɑːm/ 🇬🇧 /ɪmˈbɑːm/

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verb

To treat a dead body with chemicals so it doesn't decay and can be preserved.

Ancient Egyptians embalmed their pharaohs to honor them and ensure their safe passage to the afterlife.

To treat a dead body with chemicals so it doesn't decay and can be preserved.

3rd Present embalms

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Progressive embalming