archaeologist

noun  C1
Plain meaning

a person who studies ancient human life through objects and remains

Exam-register meaning

In academic or exam contexts, it means a person who studies ancient human life through objects and remains, usually in a more formal register.

In context
naturalThe article mentioned archaeologist as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines archaeologist in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear archaeologistevidence of archaeologistwidespread archaeologist
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