Triangulation
Example: The historian used triangulation to verify ancient trade routes accurately.
Definition
"Triangulation" in history refers to the method of using multiple sources or perspectives to verify the accuracy of information, often by cross-referencing different accounts or evidence to establish a more reliable understanding of past events.
Etymology
The word "triangulation" originates from the Latin word 'triangulum,' meaning 'triangle.' It was initially used in geometry and surveying to describe determining positions by forming triangles. In history, the term was adopted metaphorically to describe verifying facts by comparing three or more sources.
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"Triangulation" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C2) - set 1", containing 212 commonly used words.
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