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embalm

/ɪmˈbɑːm/

/ɪmˈbɑlm/

Translations

embalmverb

embalmed

Past Simple

embalmed

Past Participle

embalming

Gerund

/ɪmˈbɑːm/

/ɪmˈbɑlm/

The ancient Egyptians used to embalm their pharaohs.

Древние египтяне бальзамировали своих фараонов.

Synonyms

embalmverb

To treat a dead body with preservatives to prevent decay.

The mortician was tasked to embalm the body before the funeral service.

To preserve something, especially a memory or tradition, so that it remains unchanged or is kept alive.

The poet's words embalmed the hero's bravery for future generations.