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archeoastronomy

ar·che·o·as·tron·o·my
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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [ahr-kee-oh-uh-stron-uh-mee]
    • /ˌɑr ki oʊ əˈstrɒn ə mi/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [ahr-kee-oh-uh-stron-uh-mee]
    • /ˌɑr ki oʊ əˈstrɒn ə mi/

Definitions of archeoastronomy word

  • noun archeoastronomy the branch of archaeology that deals with the apparent use by prehistoric civilizations of astronomical techniques to establish the seasons or the cycle of the year, especially as evidenced in the construction of megaliths and other ritual structures. 1
  • noun archeoastronomy Alternative spelling of archaeastronomy. 0
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Origin of archeoastronomy

First appearance:

before 1970
One of the 2% newest English words
First recorded in 1970-75; archaeo- + astronomy

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Parts of speech for Archeoastronomy

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archeoastronomy popularity

This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 6% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data about 61% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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