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 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.