Microhistory
Example: The professor's lecture focused on the microhistory of the small village.
Definition
"Microhistory" is a branch of historical study that concentrates on the detailed examination of a small unit of research, such as a single event, community, or individual, to gain deeper insights into broader historical phenomena and contexts.
Etymology
The word "microhistory" combines the Greek prefix 'micro-', meaning 'small,' with 'history,' derived from the Greek 'historia,' meaning 'inquiry' or 'knowledge acquired by investigation.' Did you know that microhistory emerged as a distinct approach in the 20th century, focusing on the fine details often overlooked by traditional history?
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"Microhistory" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C2) - set 1", containing 212 commonly used words.
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