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underwater archeology

 

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Noun underwater archeology has 1 sense
  1. marine archeology, marine archaeology, underwater archeology, underwater archaeology - the archeology of underwater sites
    --1 is a kind of archeology, archaeology

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Underwater Archaeology

Description:

Underwater archaeology refers to the specialized field of archeological research and study that focuses on discovering and preserving the remains of human civilizations, artifacts, and structures that are submerged underwater. It involves the application of archaeological techniques, such as excavation and documentation, to explore and uncover the hidden history of submerged sites.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

In a general sense, underwater archaeology involves the investigation of sunken ships, submerged cities, and other underwater sites to gain insights into past civilizations and their cultural practices.

Example Sentence: The team of underwater archaeologists discovered ancient pottery fragments at the shipwreck site.

Sense 2:

Underwater archaeology can also refer to the study and analysis of the impact of climate change and rising sea levels on coastal areas, including coastal communities and historical structures that might be at risk of submersion.

Example Sentence: The underwater archaeology project aims to document the effects of sea level rise on the coastal heritage sites.

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