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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| infernal | of or relating to a nether world of the dead |
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| frock | an outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit |
| avow | to declare assuredly |
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