Rebury: meaning, definitions and examples
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rebury
[ riːˈbɛri ]
to reinter remains
To rebury means to place something back into the ground after it has been excavated. This term is often used in the context of burying human remains a second time, particularly after they have been exhumed for various reasons, such as archaeological study or legal investigations. The act of reburying can also extend to objects or artifacts that have been dug up and are returned to their original resting place. This process is done with respect and care, ensuring that the integrity of the site is maintained.
Synonyms
re-entomb, reinter, reinterment, reinterr.
Examples of usage
- The archaeologists decided to rebury the ancient artifacts after studying them.
- After the remains were exhumed for analysis, they were reburyed in a ceremony.
- Local authorities arranged to rebury the historical burial site respectfully.
Translations
Translations of the word "rebury" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reenterrar
🇮🇳 फिर से दफनाना
🇩🇪 wieder beerdigen
🇮🇩 menguburkan kembali
🇺🇦 перезахоронити
🇵🇱 ponownie pochować
🇯🇵 再埋葬する
🇫🇷 réenterrer
🇪🇸 volver a enterrar
🇹🇷 tekrar gömmek
🇰🇷 재매장하다
🇸🇦 إعادة دفن
🇨🇿 znovu pohřbít
🇸🇰 znovu pochovať
🇨🇳 重新埋葬
🇸🇮 ponovno pokopati
🇮🇸 grafre aftur
🇰🇿 қайталап жерлеу
🇬🇪 მეორედ დაკრძალვა
🇦🇿 yenidən dəfn etmək
🇲🇽 volver a enterrar
Etymology
The term 'rebury' originates from the prefix 're-', which means 'again' or 'anew', combined with the verb 'bury'. The word 'bury' itself comes from the Old English 'byrgan', which has roots in Germanic languages. Historically, burying has been a significant cultural practice, tied to various rituals and beliefs surrounding death and the afterlife. The act of reburial often reflects cultural sensitivity and respect for the deceased, especially in contexts where remains are moved for legal, archaeological, or conservation purposes. Language surrounding burial practices in English has evolved, influenced by changing attitudes towards death and heritage.