Definition

A person who studies ancient cultures and human history by digging up and examining old sites and objects.

Example

The archaeologist discovered ancient pottery while excavating the site.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new exhibit at the museum?

Yeah, it features artifacts discovered by an incredible archaeologist.

I can't wait to see what they found!

Same here! It’s fascinating to learn about history through an archaeologist's work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Archaeologist → It is formed from "archaeo-" (from Greek "archaios", meaning ancient) and "logist" (from Greek "logia", meaning study or science). The word refers to someone who studies ancient things or the science of ancient history.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who studies the 'ancient' ('archaeo-') past, which helps you remember that an archaeologist is a person dedicated to exploring ancient history.

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