archaeological

American  

[ahr-kee-uh-loj-i-kuhl] / ˌɑr ki əˈlɒdʒ ɪ kəl /

Also archaeologic,

Or archeological

adjective

1. of or relating to archaeology.

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Other Word Forms

• archaeologically adverb
• hyperarchaeological adjective

Etymology

Origin of archaeological

1775–85; < Greek archaiologik ( ós ) ( archaeology, -ic ) + -al ¹

Example Sentences

Through the GTLM, Indigenous leaders and scientists are working together to link archaeological and ecological research with conservation initiatives.

From Science Daily

The same methods used here can also be applied to study other archaeological locations.

From Science Daily

A study of bones found at archaeological sites suggests cats began their close relationship with humans only a few thousand years ago, and in northern Africa not the Levant.

From BBC

The work is among the first studies to apply archaeological DNA techniques to legumes.

From Science Daily

Since 2012, the team has compiled archaeological information on population shifts, conflict and investments in agricultural systems.

From Science Daily