transitive verb. 1 : to take out of the grave or tomb. 2 : to bring back into awareness or prominence also : to bring to light : unearth. Other Words from disinter Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Learn More About disinter.

Is disinterment a word?

To dig up or remove from a grave or tomb; exhume. 2. To bring to public notice; disclose. dis′in·ter′ment n.

What is disinterring a dead body?

1. To dig up or remove from a grave or tomb; exhume. 2.