Entomb: meaning, definitions and examples

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entomb

[ ɪnˈtuːm ]

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in a grave

To place or bury (someone) in a tomb or grave, especially with a ritual or ceremony. The act of entombing is often associated with respect and reverence for the deceased.

Synonyms

bury, inter, sepulcher

Examples of usage

The ancient pharaohs were entombed with treasures for the afterlife.
She was entombed in the family crypt.

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in a confined space

To enclose or confine someone or something in a small or restricted space. This can be used both literally and figuratively.

Synonyms

confine, encase, enclose

Examples of usage

The miners were entombed in the collapsed tunnel.
He felt entombed in his own thoughts.

Translations

Translations of the word "entomb" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enterrar

🇮🇳 दफनाना

🇩🇪 begraben

🇮🇩 mengubur

🇺🇦 поховати

🇵🇱 pochować

🇯🇵 埋葬する

🇫🇷 enterrer

🇪🇸 enterrar

🇹🇷 gömmek

🇰🇷 매장하다

🇸🇦 دفن

🇨🇿 pohřbít

🇸🇰 pochovať

🇨🇳 埋葬

🇸🇮 pokopati

🇮🇸 grafa

🇰🇿 жерлеу

🇬🇪 დასაფლავება

🇦🇿 dəfn etmək

🇲🇽 enterrar

Word origin

The word 'entomb' originates from the Middle English word 'entoumben', which comes from the Old French 'entomber'. The prefix 'en-' means 'in' or 'into', while 'tomb' comes from Latin 'tumba' meaning 'a burial mound'. The concept of entombing has been a part of human history for centuries, with different cultures and civilizations having their own rituals and practices for burying the deceased.