artifact

Meanings

• noun

  An object made by a human or by nature, typically serving a practical function.

  - "The ancient artifact was discovered in the ruins of the temple."
  - "The artifact was carefully transported to the museum for display."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with artifact
artifice , ceiling , relic

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Variants

List of all variants of artifact that leads to same result
artifact , artifacts , artifactual , artefact , artefacts

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From the Latin word 'artificare', meaning 'to make or do with skill'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Did you know that the largest known artifact is the Great Pyramid of Giza, which weighs around 6.5 million tons?

2. The smallest known artifact is a grain of sand.

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Related Concepts

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1. Archaeology: The scientific study of artifacts and other physical remains to understand past human cultures.

2. Museum: A building or place where artifacts and other objects of historical, artistic, or cultural significance are stored and displayed.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Artifacts have significant cultural, historical, and symbolic importance. They provide insights into past civilizations and their ways of life. In literature, artifacts are often used as plot devices or symbols.

How to Memorize "artifact"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the shape, size, and material of the artifact.
   - Imagine the artifact in its historical context.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the artifact with its historical period or civilization.
   - Link the artifact to its discoverer or discoverers.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym A-R-T-I-F-A-C-T to remember the definition: Artifact is an Object made by a human or by nature, Typically serving a practical Function, Ancient or Recent, Found in an archaeological site, Carefully transported, and Treasured.

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