Het artefact
Example: Het artefact in het museum vertelt veel over de oude cultuur.
Definition
"Het artefact" refers to an object made or shaped by humans, typically of historical or cultural interest. It is often found in museums and provides valuable insight into past civilizations and their way of life, as shown by the example phrase about a museum artifact.
Etymology
The word "het artefact" comes from the Latin 'arte factum,' meaning 'made by skill.' It entered Dutch through scholarly and historical contexts, emphasizing objects crafted by human hands. Did you know? The term highlights the craftsmanship behind ancient objects, connecting us to history.
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"Het artefact" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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