disembalm

/ˌdɪsɛmˈbɑːm/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove the preservative substances used in the process of embalming, especially from a corpse

“The coroner’s team had to disembalm the body to examine it more closely.”

2. noun

the act of removing the preservative substances from a corpse

“The process of disembalm was a lengthy one, requiring great care and skill.”

Synonyms

  • deconsecrate
  • unembalm

Antonyms

  • embalm