Archaeologist
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Archaeologist
Archaeologist (pronunciation: /ˌɑːrkiˈɒlədʒɪst/) is a professional who studies human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites and the analysis of artifacts and other physical remains.
Etymology
The term "Archaeologist" comes from the Greek words "archaios," which means ancient things, and "logos," which means study. Thus, an archaeologist is someone who studies ancient things.
Related Terms
- Archaeology: The study of human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites and the analysis of artifacts and other physical remains.
- Artifact: An object made by a human being, typically an item of cultural or historical interest.
- Excavation: The process of finding and uncovering artifacts or other evidence from the past.
- Prehistory: The period of time before written records.
- Site: A place where evidence of past activity is preserved, and which has been, or may be, investigated using the discipline of archaeology and represents a part of the archaeological record.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Archaeologist
- Wikipedia's article - Archaeologist
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