archeological

CEFRB2

/ˌɑrkiəˈlɑdʒɪkəl/

adjective

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    adjective

    Relating to the study of ancient people through objects and remains.

Examples

  • Ancient archeological sites are under threat in Syria.

  • Many archeological sites are at risk due to poor maintenance.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
1
Parts of speech
1
Citations
1

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In context

  • Rabbit is the most represented species at every archeological level, although some macromammal remains (ibex, red deer, wild boar, lynx, fox, and badger) have also been documented.

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Origin

adjective

From archeology + -ical.