archaeology
Archaeology (noun) means the study of past human societies through the excavation and analysis of buildings, tools, and other physical remains. Example: “She switched her major to archaeology after visiting Pompeii.”
How to Use Archaeology
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe scientific study of history through physical remains dug up from the ground, rather than written records alone.
Word Forms
archaeologies plural
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Etymology
From Greek arkhaiologia, "study of ancient things", from arkhaios, "ancient", plus logos, "study".
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What does “archaeology” mean?
The word “archaeology” means the study of past human societies through the excavation and analysis of buildings, tools, and other physical remains. In plain terms, the scientific study of history through physical remains dug up from the ground, rather than written records alone.
How do you pronounce “archaeology”?
“Archaeology” is pronounced ah-kee-OL-uh-jee (/ˌɑɹ.kiˈɑ.lə.d͡ʒi/ in IPA).
How do you use “archaeology” in a sentence?
Here is “archaeology” used in a sentence: “She switched her major to archaeology after visiting Pompeii.”
What part of speech is “archaeology”?
“Archaeology” is a noun.
Where does the word “archaeology” come from?
The word “archaeology” comes from Greek. From Greek arkhaiologia, "study of ancient things", from arkhaios, "ancient", plus logos, "study".
Is “archaeology” a common word?
“Archaeology” is an uncommon word in modern English.
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