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Mummification

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

  1. The preserving of a dead body, by making it into a mummy.
  2. The practice of wrapping a person's arms, torso, and legs in order to restrict their movement.

Equivalents

Françaismomification
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Examples

Mummification is not reserved exclusively for humans. Cats, dogs, and even crocodiles often get the same treatmentcomplete with animal-shaped coffins and painted faces.”

CEFR level

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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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