archaeological

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Meaning · English

Relating to the science or research of archaeology.

Adjective

Examples

A living floor is, in archaeological terms, the floor of a cave upon which people lived and which retains evidence of their activities.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “archaeological” mean?

Relating to the science or research of archaeology.

Is “archaeological” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.