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entombment Definition and Meaning in English (entombment definition)

noun
Synonyms:burialintermentsepulture
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Entombment definition: The act of placing a dead body in a tomb or grave, or the state of being so placed.

Definitions of Entombment

  1. 1noun

    The act of placing a dead body in a tomb or grave, or the state of being so placed.

Example Sentences

“The entombment ceremony was a solemn occasion for the family.”

“Ancient cultures often practiced elaborate entombment rituals.”

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infinitiveentomb
past participleentombed
gerundentombing

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Entombment definition: The act of placing a dead body in a tomb or grave, or the state of being so placed.
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'Entombment' translates to 'entombment' in English. Entombment definition: The act of placing a dead body in a tomb or grave, or the state of being so placed.
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