Anubis

proper noun

Meaning

The ancient Egyptian deity associated with mummification and the afterlife, typically depicted as a man with the head of a jackal.

Examples

Statues of Anubis were often placed in tombs to protect the deceased on their journey to the afterlife.
The priest wore a mask representing Anubis during the complex embalming rituals.

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Anubis

proper noun

Pronunciation: /əˈnuːbɪs/

Definition

The ancient Egyptian deity associated with mummification and the afterlife, typically depicted as a man with the head of a jackal.

Examples

Statues of Anubis were often placed in tombs to protect the deceased on their journey to the afterlife.
The priest wore a mask representing Anubis during the complex embalming rituals.

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