bury

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈbʌ.ɹi/
/ˈbɛ.ɹi/
/ˈbɛ.ɹi/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

A burrow.

2 Definition

A borough; a manor

Verb
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

To ritualistically inter in a grave or tomb.

2 Definition

To place in the ground.

Example Sentences
  • bury a bone;  bury the embers
3 Definition

To hide or conceal as if by covering with earth or another substance.

Example Sentences
  • she buried her face in the pillow;  they buried us in paperwork
4 Definition

To suppress and hide away in one's mind.

Example Sentences
  • secrets kept buried; she buried her shame and put on a smiling face.
5 Definition

To put an end to; to abandon.

Example Sentences
  • They buried their argument and shook hands.
6 Definition

To score a goal.

7 Definition

To kill or murder.

8 Definition

To render imperceptible by other, more prominent stimuli; drown out.

Example Sentences
  • vocals buried in the mix