mummify

verb

UK/ˈmʌm.ɪ.faɪ/
US/ˈmʌm.ə.faɪ/

Definitions of mummify verb

  1. Transitive

    To preserve a deceased body as a mummy through a specific process.

    • Ancient Egyptians would mummify their pharaohs.

    • The museum houses a collection of mummified animals.

    • Scientists are studying the process of mummification.