What does MUMMY mean?
1. Parts of Speech: Noun
2. Definitions:
- The body of a human or animal that has been preserved after death, often by being wrapped in cloth.
- A term of endearment for ones mother.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /ˈmʌmi/
- UK: /ˈmʌmi/
4. Origin and Usage:
The word "mummy" originated from the Persian word "mumia," which means "bitumen." It was used in ancient Egypt to refer to the preserved bodies of pharaohs and other important people. The practice of mummification was believed to help the dead persons soul reach the afterlife. In modern usage, "mummy" is still used to refer to preserved bodies, but it is also used as a term of endearment for ones mother.
5. Synonyms:
- Embalmed body
- Preserved corpse
- Ma
- Mom
- Mother
6. Related Words:
- Emote
- Human
- Mommy
- Phlox
- Pyxis
7. Example Sentences:
- She was fascinated by the mummies on display at the museum.
- He called his mother "mummy" when he was a child.