anthropology — the study of humankind, especially of human culture, society, and behavior
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the study of humankind, especially of human culture, society, and behavior
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌænθrəˈpɑːlədʒi/
Example Sentences
- The anthropology student spent months living with a remote tribe to study their customs.
- My anthropology professor can tell your personality just by looking at your lunch!
- Anthropology reveals fascinating insights about human evolution and social development.
anthropology
NOUN[/ˌænθrəˈpɑːlədʒi/]
the study of humankind, especially of human culture, society, and behavior
A researcher conducts anthropology fieldwork studying traditional village culture
"Ann, throw people? Oh, gee!" the archaeologist gasped as Ann accidentally tossed a human skeleton toward the anthropology exhibit.
The anthropology professor explored humanity, curiosity, and diversity through ancient cultures.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek, combining 'anthropos' meaning human being and 'logos' meaning study or science. It literally translates to 'the study of humans.'
Breakdown
anthropo- (human) + -logy (study of)
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📝Examples
“The anthropology student spent months living with a remote tribe to study their customs.”
“My anthropology professor can tell your personality just by looking at your lunch!”
“Anthropology reveals fascinating insights about human evolution and social development.”
“After studying anthropology, I realized my family is basically a small, chaotic tribe.”
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