new archaeology

noun

1. a reorientation of archaeology, dating from the 1960s, that emphasizes an explicitly scientific, problem-oriented, deductive approach to research.

Other Words From

• new archaeologist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of new archaeology¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

To combat this trend, Finkelstein launched a new archaeology program at the University of Haifa last fall that will emphasize cutting-edge science, international collaboration and museum studies with its own deep-pocketed supporters.

From Scientific American

In this way, the developers of AMS triggered a dating revolution that began in the 60s and has since “ushered in a ‘new archaeology’ revolution”, says Marra.

From The Guardian

The disruption was so major that the profession felt it had to rehabilitate itself as the “New Archaeology.”

From New York Times

There’s also a new archaeology aspect to the game.

From The Verge

Here we go, a new archaeology and anthropology blog, bringing you tombs, treasures, tribes and high adventure.

From The Guardian