ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD MUMMY
From Old French momie, from Medieval Latin mumia, from Arabic mūmiyah asphalt, from Persian mūm wax.
10 QUOTES WITH «MUMMY»
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mummy.
I remember one day my son, our Robert, was looking at me on the settee and looking at me on the television, and then all of a sudden he said: 'Why don't you bring that pretty mummy home with you?' And I thought: 'Oh dear, I'm going to have to dress up at home now as well!'
What must it be like for a little boy to read that daddy never loved mummy?
I mean, it was a mummy movie. It was a good film independent of its source. It that looks like Lawrence of Arabia on steroids in a lot of ways.
I look at being an actress as being like a mummy: You're bandaged up and preserved as soon as you start making other people money.
For years I've wanted to write a book about mummies, and had been following the science of mummy CT scans when the premise for 'The Keepsake' occurred to me: what if an 'ancient' mummy turns out to have a bullet in its leg? How does a modern murder victim get turned into a mummy?
Two hundred and fifty mummies covered in gold. Something like this cannot be explained - mummy after mummy covered in shining gold.
Mummy weighed sweets and nuts so that everyone would get exactly the same amount. During the year, everything is measured roughly, but at Christmas, it has to be absolutely fair. That's why it's such a strenuous time.
I've never turned into a bee - I've never been chased by a mummy or met a ghost. But many of the ideas in my books are suggested by real life.
Those days of every child having a mummy and daddy who lived at home - Daddy went to work, and mummy stayed at home and took care of everyone - those days have almost gone, and it's so much more unconventional now.
To me, a yummy mummy is a mum in her twenties, like Donna Air.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «MUMMY»
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mummy in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
mummy and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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The Curse of King Tut's
Mummy
Then Howard Carter found the greatest Egyptian treasure trove of all—the tomb of King Tut's mummy! But did the amazing treasure come with a deadly curse? From the Trade Paperback edition.
Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld, James Nelson, 2009
Of perhaps greater concern for moms, new and veteran alike, the larger the diastasis, the bigger the belly that just won't seem to go away after baby's delivery!Lose Your Mummy Tummy introduces the Tupler Technique, a set of deceptively ...
Julie Tupler, Jodie Gould, 2007
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A to Z Mysteries: The Missing
Mummy
Each book includes a map and a letter from the author. Parents, teachers, and librarians agree that these highly collectible chapter books are perfect for emerging readers and any kid who love mysteries! From the Trade Paperback edition.
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The Magic and the
Mummy
After the pharoah dies, Neria's father gives her the job of mummifying the pharoah's cat, which is still alive.
Abby and Peter pay a visit to their Uncle Jonathan who seems very knowable about Egyptian mummies, but they become suspicious at the strange sounds coming from a room inside his house, and their fears continue as they are invited to ...
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The Mummy or Ramses the Damned
He mixes with the aristocrats and samples their voluptuous lifestyle, but it is for his beloved, Cleopatra, that he longs, and will do anything to be with.... From the Trade Paperback edition.
A superb handling of bereavement in Jacqueline Wilson's uniquely accessible and enjoyable style, for younger readers. I sometimes talk about my mum to Mabel, because Mabel doesn't ever get upset.
A mummy has gone missing!
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The Mystery of the Egyptian
Mummy
Studies one of the mummies at the British Museum--Hornedjitef, high priest of Amun at Thebes during the Ptolemaic period--and provides information about Egyptian culture in his day and earlier.
Examines the history and popular culture surrounding a legendary monster, the Mummy.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «MUMMY»
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mummy is used in the context of the following news items.
Ancient mummy, the only one in South India, rotting in state museum
Anakapalli TDP lawmaker M Srinivasa Rao has asked the ministry of culture why it isn't taking steps to restore the mummy of Nasihu, the ... «Times of India, Jul 15»
So 'Mummy Dating' Is A Real Thing - And It's Not As Creepy As It …
Dubbed 'Speed Friending', 'Mummy Dating' (or 'Mommy Dating' in the States), events that pair new mums together are taking off across the UK. «Marie Claire.co.uk, Jul 15»
Archeologists find mysterious child mummy in Siberia
According to archeologist Alexander Gusev, who works at the Center for Arctic Studies, the mummy is well preserved. "After the season ended ... «Russia and India Report, Jul 15»
Introducing Mrs Mummy Penny
My name is Lynn James, mummy to Dylan 7, Josh 5 and Jack 2. We live in Hertfordshire and I have very recently left my full time job of 5 years ... «Money Dashboard - Money Tips, Jul 15»
Jeff Brazier celebrates Jade Goody once a month to help sons deal …
He said: "On the 15th of each month that's 'Mummy Day'. We can talk about her obviously at any time and we do, but the 15th of the month ... «Mirror.co.uk, Jul 15»
Mysterious Axe Wielding Child Warrior Mummy Found in Siberia
The mummy of the six or seven year old boy, who is estimated to have died in the 12th or 13th century, was discovered near the remote arctic ... «artnet News, Jul 15»
Mummy Speed Dating
Has anyone seen the media buzz about Mummy Speed Dating? A room full of mums, all of whom are trying to find their new Mummy BFF. Of course something ... «Huffington Post UK, Jul 15»
No need to ask your mummy! Nightlife at Dynamic Earth
Learn about King Tutankhamun at the latest Nightlife on the Rocks at Dynamic Earth on July 24. Supplied photo. «NorthernLife.ca, Jul 15»
Finally, a solution to end the 'mummy track' launches today
Part-time and flexible working is on the increase with over a quarter of the UK's total labour force and 42% of female workers now employed ... «Onrec, Jul 15»
'I'll Tell You What, Mummy': Five of the Funniest Things the Toddler …
Silly Mummy, The Toddler and The Baby are about to descend the stairs. Silly Mummy is carrying The Baby; The Toddler will walk down herself ... «Huffington Post UK, Jul 15»
