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1. (verb) embalm
preserve a dead body

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1. (verb) embalm
to anoint all over with balm; especially, to preserve from decay by means of balm or other aromatic oils, or spices; to fill or impregnate (a dead body), with aromatics and drugs that it may resist putrefaction

2. (verb) embalm
to fill or imbue with sweet odor; to perfume

3. (verb) embalm
to preserve from decay or oblivion as if with balm; to perpetuate in remembrance

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