Burying Meaning in English
word · lemma: bury
Definition
The act of putting something into the ground and covering it with earth. Often used for burying people who have died, but also for hiding objects or waste underground.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in past or continuous forms: 'He is burying a treasure.' Can refer to both literal (putting in ground) and figurative uses (e.g., 'burying the past'). Usually formal or neutral. Don’t confuse with 'buried' (past tense) or 'bury' (base form).
Example Sentences
They are burying the old tree roots in the garden.
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He is burying time capsules for his children to find later.
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The family is burying their pet in the backyard.
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We spent hours burying all the evidence before anyone saw it.
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She wasn’t just burying her feelings—she was trying to move on.
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Are you burying the lead in your story again?
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