mummy mummy /ˈmʌmi/

noun

1. A body embalmed and dried and wrapped for burial (as in ancient Egypt)  ( mummy )
   a body embalmed and dried and wrapped for burial (as in ancient Egypt)
    The museum's new exhibit displayed a mummy from ancient Egypt.
   The museum's new exhibit displayed a mummy from ancient Egypt.
   
   
2. Informal terms for a mother  ( mammy , mom , momma , ma , mama , mamma , mommy , mum , mummy )
   informal terms for a mother
     Ma lovingly cared for her children, ensuring their well-being.
   Ma lovingly cared for her children, ensuring their well-being.