burying
1 synonym for burying, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of interring a body, or of hiding/suppressing something.
Etymology
Inherited from Middle English biryinge or buryinge; by surface analysis, it is bury plus -ing.
Full origin of burying →Frequently asked questions
What does “burying” mean?
The word “burying” means the act of interring a body, or of hiding/suppressing something. In plain terms, the act of burying something or someone.
How do you use “burying” in a sentence?
Here is “burying” used in a sentence: “The burying of the family secret only made things worse in the long run.”
What part of speech is “burying”?
“Burying” is a noun.
Is “burying” a common word?
“Burying” is an uncommon word in modern English.
