Tombing: meaning, definitions and examples
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tombing
[ ˈtoʊmɪŋ ]
graves or burial
Tombing refers to the act of placing a deceased person's body in a tomb, a monumental structure designed specifically for burial. It often represents a significant cultural or religious practice. The process may involve creating elaborate stone structures or simple grave markers.
Synonyms
burying, entombing, interring.
Examples of usage
- The ancient Egyptians were known for tombing their pharaohs with great care.
- Many families still practice tombing as a way to honor their loved ones after death.
- The archaeologists discovered an ancient site dedicated to tombing rituals.
Translations
Translations of the word "tombing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 tombamento
🇮🇳 कब्र खोदना
🇩🇪 Graböffnung
🇮🇩 penggalian makam
🇺🇦 копання могили
🇵🇱 kopanie grobu
🇯🇵 墓掘り
🇫🇷 creusement de tombe
🇪🇸 cavado de tumba
🇹🇷 mezar kazma
🇰🇷 무덤 파기
🇸🇦 حفر القبر
🇨🇿 kopání hrobu
🇸🇰 kopanie hrobu
🇨🇳 挖墓
🇸🇮 kopanje groba
🇮🇸 grafgröft
🇰🇿 қабір қазу
🇬🇪 სამარხის თხრილი
🇦🇿 məzar qazma
🇲🇽 excavación de tumba
Etymology
The word 'tombing' is derived from the noun 'tomb', which originates from the Latin word 'tumulus' meaning 'mound' or 'grave'. This term evolved from the ancient practices of burial where the dead were placed in significant, often elaborate, structures above ground. Throughout history, tombs have held spiritual and cultural significance across various civilizations, serving as a final resting place and a memorial for the deceased. The concept of tombing can be traced back to early human society where burial rites were an important part of cultural and spiritual beliefs. Different cultures have developed unique methods of tombing that reflect their values and connections to the afterlife.