inhumation

UK
/ˌɪnhjuːˈmeɪʃən/
US
/ˌɪnhjuˈmeɪʃən/

Translations

inhumationnoun
inhumations
pl
The ancient Egyptians practiced inhumation as a part of their burial rituals.
Древние египтяне практиковали погребение как часть своих погребальных ритуалов.
Additional translations
inhumationadjective
UK
/ˌɪnhjuːˈmeɪʃən/
US
/ˌɪnhjuˈmeɪʃən/
Used attributively in phrases such as "inhumation rites".

Definitions

inhumationnoun
The act of burying a dead body in the ground.
The inhumation of the ancient king was accompanied by a grand ceremony.
A burial, especially as a formal or ceremonial act.
The inhumation took place at the family cemetery, attended by close relatives.
inhumationadjective
Relating to or intended for the burial of a dead body in the ground.
Inhumation practices differed greatly between regions.