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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

mummy

/ˈmʌmɪ/ noun · British & US
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What does mummy mean?

noun

A person whose body has been preserved after death, typically by wrapping in bandages, especially an ancient Egyptian. A person who is wrapped in bandages, especially as a form of entertainment.

Example

"The museum had a display on ancient Egyptian mummies."

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