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Definitions for Embalm

[1] to treat (a dead body) so as to preserve it, as with chemicals, drugs, or balsams.
[2] to preserve from oblivion; keep in memory: his deeds embalmed in the hearts of his disciples.
[3] to cause to remain unchanged; prevent the development of.
[4] to impart a balmy fragrance to.
[5] to treat (a dead body) with preservatives, as by injecting formaldehyde into the blood vessels, to retard putrefaction
[6] to preserve or cherish the memory of
[7] poetic to give a sweet fragrance to

Words related to Embalm

mummify, anoint, prepare, process, treasure, freeze, consecrate, cherish, wrap, enshrine, conserve, store

Words nearby Embalm

emarginate, emasculate, emasculation, emba, embacle, embalm, embank, embankment, embar, embarcadero, embarcation

Origin of Embalm

1300–50; Middle English embalmen, embaumen < Old French emba(u)smer, equivalent to em- em-1 + -ba(u)smer, verbal derivative of ba(u)sme balm

Other words from Embalm

em·balm·er , noun
em·balm·ment , noun
un·em·balmed , adjective

Word origin for Embalm

C13: from Old French embaumer; see balm

Synonyms for Embalm

mummify, anoint, cherish, consecrate, conserve, enshrine, freeze, prepare, process, store, treasure, wrap, lay out