archaeological
adjective
of or relating to archaeology.
archaeologically
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a word derived from
archaeological.
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a word derived from
archaeology.
archaeologynounthe scientific study of historic or prehistoric peoples and their cultures by analysis of their artifacts, inscriptions, monuments, and other such remains, especially those that have been excavated.
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"When I first discovered the Blyth Hoard, I was excited to have found more Bronze Age material in an area that I already knew was archaeologically significant," he said.
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026
In addition, occasional low-impact use after abandonment may have occurred without leaving evidence that could be detected archaeologically.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 11, 2026
In 2017, Robb curated the exhibition “Teotihuacan: City of Water, City of Fire,” showcasing new objects found at the most archaeologically significant — and one of the most touristic — sites in the Americas.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 9, 2023
Lopez Obrador has faced backlash from indigenous Maya communities in the archaeologically rich Yucatan peninsula for a multi-billion dollar tourist train project under construction that critics fear will damage delicate ecosystems and undiscovered ruins.
From Reuters ● Sep. 21, 2022
Advocates of pre-Clovis settlement suggest that, for thousands or even tens of thousands of years, pre-Clovis humans remained at low population densities or poorly visible archaeologically, for unknown reasons unprecedented elsewhere in the world.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
