archeology

Definition

archeologynoun
The scientific study of past human cultures and societies through the excavation and analysis of their material remains.
Archeology can reveal how people lived thousands of years ago.
The material remains, cultural history, or archaeological record of a particular place, period, or society.
The archeology of the valley includes pottery, tools, and burial sites.
archeologyadjective
Used attributively to indicate a connection with the study of past human cultures through material remains.
The archeology department organized a public lecture.