uncharnel

/ˈʌŋtʃɑrnəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove bones from a corpse

“The undertaker uncharnelled the remains before burial.”

2. verb

to remove bones from a corpse, especially in preparation for burial or cremation

“The medical team uncharelled the skeleton for further examination.”

Synonyms

  • disembowel
  • eviscerate

Antonyms

  • embalm
  • mummify