Meaning of the word exhumation in English
What does exhumation mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
exhumation
US /ˌeks.hjuːˈmeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌeks.hjuːˈmeɪ.ʃən/
Noun
the act of digging up something buried, especially a corpse
Example:
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The police ordered the exhumation of the body for further investigation.
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The historical society requested the exhumation of the ancient artifacts.