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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WordMeaning
assumptiona taking to or upon oneself
mortara sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
discombobulatedcharacterized by confusion or disorder
raptlifted up and carried away
labyrintha place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys
adjointo add or attach by joining
arrearsthe state of being behind in the discharge of obligations
figmentsomething made up or contrived