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General archaeology
Terms and definitions of archaeology -- the study of human society through the analysis of artifacts, architecture, biofacts and cultural landscapes.
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General archaeology
step-trenching
Archaeology; General archaeology
An excavation method employed on very deep sites, such as Near Eastern tell sites, in which the excavation proceeds downwards in a series of gradually narrowing steps.
pithouse
Archaeology; General archaeology
A semi-subterranean "earth-lodge" dwelling. Usually consisted of an earth-covered log framework roof over a circular to rectangular excavation.
lithic technology
Archaeology; General archaeology
The process of manufacturing tools etc. from stone. Most frequently refers to stone flaking.
datum
Archaeology; General archaeology
A fixed reference point on an archaeological site from which measurements are taken.
ethnographic analogy
Archaeology; General archaeology
Interpretation of archaeological remains by comparison to historical cultures.
microfaunal remains
Archaeology; General archaeology
Very small animal remains, such as rodent bones, tiny bone fragments, insects, small mollusks, foraminifera, etc. , discovered in an archaeological site.
