Archaeological
(adjective)
Relating to or concerned with archaeology, the scientific study of human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites and analysis of artifacts and other physical remains.
Origin:
Derived from greek words 'arche' meaning 'beginning, origin' and 'logos' meaning 'study of'.
Examples:
- An archaeological team uncovered the ruins of an ancient city in the desert.
- Archaeological evidence suggests that humans have lived in the area for thousands of years.
- The archaeological museum displayed a collection of artifacts from the pre-Columbian era.
- Archaeological methods, such as carbon dating, are used to determine the age of artifacts and sites.
- The archaeological dig revealed new information about the daily life and culture of the civilization that once inhabited the area.