Definition of "mummifies" [mummifies]

• Third-person singular simple present indicative form of mummify. (verb)

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• "The stingless bee 'mummifies' any hive beetle that tries to enter its domain - wrapping the live parasite in resin, wax and mud until it can move no more."
• "The stingless bee 'mummifies' any hive beetle that tries to After the presents are wrapped, the house is decorated, and the stockings are hung by the chimney with care; there are only two minor details left to complete the traditional Beautiful bark can give us a fine exhibition in the winter landscape."
• "Veins turn into circuits, blood turns into oil . . . the skin mummifies, flaking away to reveal rusted metal bones."