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The term "mummy" is derived from the Latin word "mumia," which comes from the Arabic word "mūmiya," meaning "bitumen" or "asphalt." This association arose because ancient Egyptians used a substance called bitumen in the embalming process, which led early scholars to mistakenly believe that the mummies were made from this material. Over time, the word evolved to refer specifically to the preserved bodies of ancient Egyptians.

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