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- DictionaryAr·ti·fact/ˈärdəˌfak(t)/
noun
- 1. an object made by a human being, typically an item of cultural or historical interest: "gold and silver artifacts"
- 2. something observed in a scientific investigation or experiment that is not naturally present but occurs as a result of the preparative or investigative procedure: "widespread tissue infection may be a technical artifact"
The meaning of ARTIFACT is a usually simple object (such as a tool or ornament) showing human workmanship or modification as distinguished from a natural object; especially : an object remaining from a particular period. How to use artifact in a sentence.
any object made by human beings, especially with a view to subsequent use. a handmade object, as a tool, or the remains of one, as a shard of pottery, characteristic of an earlier time or cultural stage, especially such an object found at an archaeological excavation.
an object that has been made by a person, such as a tool or a decoration, especially one that is of historical interest: The museum's collection includes artifacts dating back to prehistoric times. The house displays a number of paintings of the poet, as well as his typewriter and other personal artifacts. science specialized.
Definitions of artifact. noun. a man-made object taken as a whole. synonyms: artefact. see more. something designed and created to serve a particular function and to afford a particular convenience or service. any artifact (such as books or furniture or art) that is distinctive of America.
1. any object made by human beings, esp. with a view to subsequent use. 2. a handmade object, as a tool, or the remains of one, as a shard of pottery, belonging to an earlier time or cultural stage, esp. such an object found at an archaeological excavation.
ARTIFACT definition: 1. US spelling of artefact mainly UK 2. an object that has been made by a person, such as a tool or…. Learn more.
Artifact definition: An object produced or shaped by human craft, especially a tool, weapon, or ornament of archaeological or historical interest.
Definition of artifact noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
ARTIFACT meaning: 1 : a simple object (such as a tool or weapon) that was made by people in the past; 2 : a false or inaccurate result or effect that is produced accidentally usually + of.
A complete guide to the word "ARTIFACT": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.
