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anthropology

noun

/ˌænθrəˈpɒlədʒi/

Meaning

the scientific study of humans, their societies, cultures, and development

She decided to major in anthropology at university.

ethnology, sociology, archaeology, cultural studies

non-science, ignorance

cultural anthropology, physical anthropology, study of anthropology

a thin piece of metal or plastic used to hold hair in place

a small depression in the flesh, either one that exists permanently or one that forms when smiling

Small mesh tubes used to treat narrow or blocked arteries.

a place where two bones are connected in the body; a connection or junction

The accomplishment of an aim or purpose; achievement, triumph, and prosperity.

the mass or size of something large; the greater part or majority of something