The artifact
Example: The artifact displayed in the museum dates back to ancient times.
Definition
"The artifact" refers to an object made or used by humans, typically of historical or cultural interest, which provides insight into past civilizations or events. It often holds archaeological significance and is studied to understand human history and culture.
Etymology
The word "artifact" comes from the Latin words 'arte,' meaning skill, and 'factum,' meaning something made. Originally, it referred to any object made with skill or craft. Did you know? The term gained specific archaeological use in the 19th century to describe ancient objects discovered during excavations.
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"The artifact" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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