Definition

The act of burying something again after it has already been buried once.

Example

After the excavation, the archaeologists planned a reburial of the ancient artifacts.

Conversation

Did you hear about the reburial ceremony happening this weekend?

Yeah, I read about it! It sounds like a meaningful event.

I think it's nice that they are honoring the person's memory with a reburial.

Absolutely, it shows that they really care and want to give them a proper send-off.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reburial → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "burial" (from Old English "byrgan", meaning to bury). The word "reburial" means the act of burying again, typically referring to the reinterment of a body.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and 'burying' ('burial') — that's why reburial means to bury something again.

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