Entombment (noun)

1. The act or process of placing a dead body in a tomb or burial chamber.
2. The state or condition of being placed in a tomb or burial chamber.
3. The place where a dead body is placed, such as a tomb or burial chamber.

Origin:

Derived from the verb 'entomb' which means to place a dead body in a tomb or burial chamber.

Examples:

1. The entombment of the pharaohs was an important part of their culture's beliefs about death and the afterlife.
2. The entombment of the martyrs was a powerful symbol of their faith.
3. The entombment of the remains in the crypt was a somber affair, attended by only close family.
4. The entombment of the hero was a lavish event, attended by dignitaries from all over the country.
5. The entombment of the great leader was marked by a procession through the city and a ceremonial laying to rest in the mausoleum.