Etymology:
The word "mummify" originates from the Latin word "mumia," which in turn is derived from Persian "mumiya," and ultimately from Arabic "mūmiyā" ("bitumen").
Meaning:
Mummification refers to the process of preserving a dead body or parts of it by drying them out and treating them with preservatives to prevent decomposition.
Origin:
The practice of mummification originated in ancient Egypt around 3200 BCE. The Egyptians believed in the preservation of the body in order to ensure the afterlife. Bodies were embalmed with natron, a type of salt, and wrapped in linen bandages to protect them from decay.
Over time, the term "mummification" has come to be applied to the preservation of bodies in other cultures, such as the Aztecs and Incas. However, the Egyptian method of mummification is the most well-known and elaborate.
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