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anthropology

/ænˈθrɒpələdʒi/ noun · British & US
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What does anthropology mean?

noun

The study of human beings, including their behavior, culture, and biology. It is a social science that seeks to understand the complexities of human societies and cultures.

Example

"The anthropologist spent years studying the indigenous culture of a remote island."

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