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inhuming

/ɪnˈhjuːmɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does inhuming mean?

verb

The act of burying or interring a corpse, especially in a grave or tomb. Inhuming is the opposite of exposing a corpse to the elements or to the air.

Example

"The archaeologists discovered evidence of inhuming in the ancient burial site."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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