Embalm Definition

ĕm-bäm

embalmed, embalming, embalms

verb

To treat (a dead body) with various chemicals, usually after removing the viscera, etc., to keep it from decaying rapidly.

Webster's New World

To treat (a corpse) with preservatives in order to prevent decay.

American Heritage

To preserve in memory.

Webster's New World

To make fragrant; perfume.

Webster's New World

To treat a corpse with preservatives in order to prevent decomposition.

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Origin of Embalm

Middle English embaumen from Old French embasmer en- in en–¹ basme balm balm

From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
From Middle English embaumen, from Middle French embaumer, from Old French embasmer. See balm.

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