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There are 4 meanings of the word
Burking.
Burking - as a noun
British statesman famous for his oratory; pleaded the cause of the american colonists in british parliament and defended the parliamentary system (1729-1797)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
edmund burkeUnited states frontierswoman and legendary figure of the wild west noted for her marksmanship (1852-1903)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burk10calamity janemartha jane burkmartha jane burkeBurking - as a verb
Murder without leaving a trace on the body
Get rid of, silence, or suppress
Example: "Burke an issue"
Example Sentences
"The practice of burking was a lucrative business for some criminals who sought to profit from the demand for cadavers."
"Due to the increased awareness of burking, regulations and laws were put in place to prevent the illegal trade of bodies for medical purposes."
"There were various methods used in burking, such as smothering or compressing the chest to prevent breathing."
"The public outrage over burking cases led to significant changes in the way bodies were obtained for medical education and research."
"The term 'burking' is now commonly used to refer to any act of suffocating or stifling someone's voice or opinions."
Word Game Points
Is BURKING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, burking is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
BURKING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is BURKING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, burking is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordBURKING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is BURKING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, burking is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordBURKING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
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