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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delugean overflowing of the land by water
plightto put or give in pledge : engage
floefloating ice formed in a large sheet on the surface of a body of water
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
dintforce
commodiouscomfortably or conveniently spacious : roomy
vortexsomething that resembles a whirlpool
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abideto bear patiently : tolerate
yieldto bear or bring forth as a natural product especially as a result of cultivation