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Definition of inter

inter

/ɪnˈtɜːr/
in · ter
Past Simple:interred
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Past Participle:interred
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Present Participle:interring
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1

To place a corpse or cremated remains in a grave or tomb, typically with funeral rites.

Example

"The renowned poet was interred in the historic abbey alongside other literary figures."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'inter' (stressed on the second syllable, meaning to bury a corpse) with 'intern' (to confine someone as a prisoner, or to work as a trainee).

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• Nearby Words

intentioned
intently
intentness
inter
interact
interaction
interactive

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Old French enterrer, from Medieval Latin interrare ('to put into the earth'), formed from Latin in- ('into') and terra ('earth, ground').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Inter. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/inter
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