Definition

To confine someone or something within walls, often in a way that restricts freedom or movement.

Example

The ancient king decided to immure the treasure within the castle walls to protect it from thieves.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about that old church they found in the woods?

Yeah, I heard they want to immure some artifacts inside it.

That's so interesting! I wonder what they plan to keep there.

I think they should immure the history of the place to preserve it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Immure is formed from "in-" (meaning in or within) and "murus" (meaning wall in Latin). The word describes the act of enclosing someone within walls, effectively imprisoning them.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'within' ('in-') a 'wall' ('murus') — that's why immure means to confine someone inside.

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