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archaeology

noun

/ˌɑːrkiˈɑːlədʒi/

Meaning

the study of human history and prehistory through excavation and analysis of artifacts, monuments, and other physical remains

She studied archaeology to learn about ancient civilizations.

anthropology, paleontology, excavation, prehistory

futurism, modernism

field of archaeology, archaeology department, archaeology dig, archaeology site

the act of introducing something into another; a drink made by steeping leaves or herbs in liquid

The fact or condition of being accountable; responsibility.

A religious or moral lecture; a sermon.

Rapid increase in the number or amount of something.

The combination of different ideas, elements, or substances into a coherent whole.

A fertile soil of clay and sand containing humus.