Meaning of the word bury in English

What does bury mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bury

US /ˈber.i/

UK /ˈber.i/

put or hide underground, in the sea, or in another place

Example:

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They decided to bury the treasure on a deserted island.

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The dog likes to bury its bones in the garden.

Synonym:

inter entomb hide conceal stow away

cover (something) up so that it cannot be seen

Example:

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Snow began to bury the small village.

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He tried to bury his face in his hands.

Synonym:

cover engulf submerge obscure shroud

deal with (a problem or difficulty) by ignoring it

Example:

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She tried to bury her feelings of sadness.

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He decided to bury the past and move on.

Synonym:

suppress repress conceal ignore disregard