Canopic refers to a type of ancient Egyptian burial practice involving the use of canopic jars. These jars were designed to hold and preserve the internal organs of the deceased, which were removed during the mummification process. Each jar was dedicated to one of the four sons of Horus, who were believed to protect the organs. The canopic jars were typically made of materials like alabaster or pottery and were often beautifully decorated. They were placed in a canopic chest, which was then stored in the tomb alongside the mummy. This practice was an important part of the ancient Egyptians' beliefs about the afterlife and the preservation of the body.