Definition

To remove something that has been buried, often referring to digging up a body or object from the ground.

Example

They decided to unbury the time capsule they had buried years ago.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the old treasure that they want to unbury in the park?

Yeah, I read about it! I can't believe they think there's actually something there.

It would be so cool if they really do unbury something valuable.

Absolutely! I hope they find something interesting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unbury → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or to reverse) and "bury" (from Old English "byrgan", meaning to conceal or place in the ground). The word "unbury" means to reverse the act of burying, or to take something out of the ground.

Memory Tip

Think of 'un-' meaning to reverse and 'bury' meaning to conceal something in the ground — so unbury means to take something out of the ground.

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