archaeological

/ˌɑrkiəˈlɑdʒɪkəl/
adjective
  1. Relating to the study of human history and prehistory by digging up and examining ancient objects, buildings, and other remains.
    • The team made an important archaeological discovery near the river.
    • She is studying archaeological methods to learn how ancient people lived.
    • The archaeological site contains ruins of a 2,000-year-old city.
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