Embalm

Pronunciation: /ɪmˈbɑːm/

Definitions of embalm

verb to preserve a dead body by treating it with preservatives to prevent decay

Example Sentences

A1 The ancient Egyptians used to embalm bodies before burying them.

A2 The funeral director embalmed the deceased to preserve the body for the viewing.

B1 It is common practice to embalm bodies before holding a wake or funeral.

B2 The embalming process involves draining the blood and replacing it with embalming fluid.

C1 The embalmer meticulously embalmed the body to ensure long-lasting preservation.

C2 The art of embalming has evolved over centuries, with modern techniques ensuring better preservation of the deceased.

Examples of embalm in a Sentence

formal The funeral director explained the process of how they embalm bodies before the viewing.

informal I heard they embalm bodies to preserve them for the funeral.

slang I can't believe they embalm bodies, that's so creepy.

figurative She wanted to embalm her memories of that summer so they would never fade.

Grammatical Forms of embalm

• past tense: embalmed
• plural: embalms
• comparative: more embalmed
• superlative: most embalmed
• present tense: embalm
• future tense: will embalm
• perfect tense: have embalmed
• continuous tense: is embalming
• singular: embalmer
• positive degree: embalm
• infinitive: to embalm
• gerund: embalming
• participle: embalmed

Origin and Evolution of embalm

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'embalm' originated from the Latin word 'embalmo', which is a combination of 'em-' (in) and 'balsamum' (balsam).

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of preserving a body with spices and resins, the meaning of 'embalm' has evolved to refer to the process of preserving a body through chemical treatment to delay decomposition.