Mummified

Pronunciation: /ˈmʌməˌfaɪd/

Definitions of mummified

adjective describing the state of being preserved by mummification

Example Sentences

A1 The mummified cat was found in the ancient tomb.

A2 The archaeologists discovered a mummified body in the pyramid.

B1 The mummified remains were carefully preserved for centuries.

B2 The mummified pharaoh's tomb was filled with treasures.

C1 The process of mummification was meticulously carried out by skilled embalmers.

C2 The mummified artifacts provided valuable insights into ancient burial practices.

Examples of mummified in a Sentence

formal The ancient pharaoh was found mummified in his tomb.

informal I heard they found a mummified body in the old house down the street.

slang That mummified sandwich in the fridge is probably not safe to eat.

figurative His strict adherence to tradition mummified any sense of creativity in the company.

Grammatical Forms of mummified

• past tense: mummified
• plural: mummified
• comparative: more mummified
• superlative: most mummified
• present tense: mummify
• future tense: will mummify
• perfect tense: has mummified
• continuous tense: is mummifying
• singular: mummified
• positive degree: mummified
• infinitive: mummify
• gerund: mummifying
• participle: mummified

Origin and Evolution of mummified

First Known Use: 1615 year

Language of Origin: Arabic

Story behind the word: The word 'mummified' originated from the Arabic word 'mūmiyā', which means bitumen or asphalt used in the embalming process of mummies.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'mummified' has come to specifically refer to the preservation of human or animal bodies through the process of embalming and drying, rather than just the use of bitumen in embalming.