1. plural of mummification; the process of preserving a dead body by treating it with chemicals and wrapping it, especially as practiced in ancient Egypt
Usage: typically used in historical or archaeological contexts
2. plural of mummification; the process of something becoming dried up or shriveled
Usage: figurative or technical use

Examples

• Ancient Egyptian mummifications involved removing internal organs and wrapping the body in linen.
• Archaeologists studied several mummifications to understand burial practices in the Old Kingdom.
• The museum's exhibit displayed tools used in various mummifications across different cultures.
• Modern scientists have analyzed mummifications to learn about ancient diseases and lifespans.
• The mummifications of high priests were more elaborate than those of common people.