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Words Related to Archaeologist

Noun

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Archaeologist - a person who studies human history and prehistory through the excavation of artifacts and structures.

Sample sentence: The archaeologist carefully brushed away the dirt to uncover a fragile ancient pottery shard.

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Anthropologist - a scholar who specializes in the study of human societies, their cultures, and the development of human beings.

Sample sentence: The anthropologist conducted research in remote tribes to understand their customs and traditions.

Adjective

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Archaeological - relating to or characteristic of archaeology.

Sample sentence: The team made fascinating archaeological discoveries at the ancient burial site.

Verb

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Excavate - to remove earth carefully and systematically from an area to uncover artifacts and remains.

Sample sentence: The team began to excavate the site, hoping to find clues about the lost civilization.

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Unearth - to discover or bring to light by digging or searching.

Sample sentence: The archeologist unearthed an astonishing ancient statue buried beneath layers of sand.