Associations to the word «Embalm»

Wiktionary

EMBALM, verb. (transitive) To treat a corpse with preservatives in order to prevent decomposition.
EMBALM, verb. (transitive) To perfume or add fragrance to something.

Dictionary definition

EMBALM, verb. Preserve a dead body.

Wise words

Words are always getting conventionalized to some secondary meaning. It is one of the works of poetry to take the truants in custody and bring them back to their right senses.
William Butler Yeats