artifact — an object made by a human being, typically an item of cultural or historical interest
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an object made by a human being, typically an item of cultural or historical interest
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɑːrtɪfækt/
Example Sentences
- The professor's office was full of artifacts, making it look like a mini museum where students feared breaking something priceless.
- Archaeologists found pottery artifacts that revealed ancient cooking habits.
- The scientist realized that the unusual data was just a measurement artifact, not evidence of alien life.
artifact
NOUN[/ˈɑːrtɪfækt/]
an object made by a human being, typically an item of cultural or historical interest
The archaeologist carefully uncovered an ancient artifact buried beneath the sand.
The museum preserved the ancient artifact for future generations. (🏺 Ancient Object + 🏛️ Museum → Artifact)
The archaeologists discovered an artifact, excavated the site, and celebrated the historic find.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'artificium' (craftsmanship, workmanship) combined with the Latin suffix '-fact' (made, from 'facere' meaning 'to make'). The term emerged in English in the 17th century to describe objects made or produced by human skill.
Breakdown
arti- (art, skill, from Latin 'ars') + -fact (made, from Latin 'facere' to make) = artifact (something made with skill)
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📝Examples
“The professor's office was full of artifacts, making it look like a mini museum where students feared breaking something priceless.”
“Archaeologists found pottery artifacts that revealed ancient cooking habits.”
“The scientist realized that the unusual data was just a measurement artifact, not evidence of alien life.”
“My grandmother's kitchen is like an artifact museum - she still uses a rotary phone from 1960!”
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