noun A preserved human or animal body, especially one that has been wrapped in bandages and buried in a tomb
Within historical contexts, 'mummy' is used to describe the remains of individuals from ancient civilizations that have been intentionally preserved through natural or artificial means.
In medicine, 'mummy' can be used metaphorically to describe a person or body that is extremely thin, emaciated, or dehydrated, resembling the appearance of a mummy.
In art, 'mummy' can refer to the depiction of mummies in paintings, sculptures, or other forms of visual art, often representing themes of death, preservation, or ancient cultures.
In anthropology, 'mummy' may refer to the study of mummification practices in different cultures and societies throughout history, providing insights into burial customs and beliefs.
In the field of archaeology, 'mummy' refers to a preserved human or animal body, often wrapped in cloth or bandages, typically associated with ancient Egyptian burial practices.
In popular culture, 'mummy' is commonly associated with horror movies, video games, and other forms of entertainment featuring reanimated mummies as supernatural creatures.
Within the field of Egyptology, 'mummy' specifically denotes the preserved bodies of ancient Egyptians, often associated with religious beliefs and rituals related to the afterlife.
In the context of a writer, 'mummy' may refer to a character in a story or a subject of a book or article.
In the context of a psychologist, 'mummy' may be used to refer to a patient's relationship with their mother or as a term of endearment for a mother figure.
In the context of an archaeologist, 'mummy' refers to a preserved human or animal body wrapped in cloth in ancient Egyptian culture.
In the context of a pediatrician, 'mummy' may be used by young patients to refer to their mother.
In the context of a historian, 'mummy' may refer to the preservation of bodies in ancient cultures or as a term used in historical texts.
In the context of a curator, 'mummy' refers to a preserved body or artifact in a museum collection.