GRE Word List

ARCHAEOLOGY

the scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities

The meaning of the word archaeology is the scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities.

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accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing
magnitudegreat size or extent
actuarialof or relating to actuaries
alimentaryof or relating to nourishment or nutrition
emendto correct usually by textual alterations
snipa small piece that is snipped off
sciondescendant
blunthaving an edge or point that is not sharp
covertnot openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled
graduateto receive an academic degree or diploma