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arthur evans

 

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Noun arthur evans has 1 sense
  1. Evans, Arthur Evans, Sir Arthur John Evans - British archaeologist who excavated the palace of Knossos in Crete to find what he called Minoan civilization (1851-1941)
    --1 is a kind of archeologist, archaeologist

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Arthur Evans

Description:

Arthur Evans was a British archaeologist and historian known for his significant contributions to the field of archaeology, particularly for his excavations of the Minoan palace at Knossos on the Greek island of Crete. His work revolutionized our understanding of the Bronze Age civilization in the Aegean region.

Senses:

1. Proper noun - Person

In this sense, Arthur Evans refers to the individual, Arthur Evans, who was an archaeologist and historian.

Sample Sentence:

Arthur Evans dedicated his life to uncovering the ancient mysteries of Minoan civilization.

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2. Proper noun - Archaeological Site

Arthur Evans can also refer to the archaeological site of Knossos, as excavated by Arthur Evans himself.

Sample Sentence:

The reconstructions at Arthur Evans offer a glimpse into the grandeur of Minoan architecture.

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