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Egypt Vocab RJHS
Words Associated with Egypt Unit
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Amulet | An ornament or small piece of jewelry thought to give protection against evil, danger, or disease |
| Sarcophagus | A stone coffin, typically adorned with a sculpture or inscription and associated with the ancient civilizations of Egypt, Rome, and Greece |
| Canopic Jar | A covered urn used in ancient Egyptian burials to hold the entrails from an embalmed body |
| Archaeology | The study of human history and prehistory through the excavation of sites and the analysis of artifacts and other physical remains |
| Tomb | A large vault, typically an underground one, for burying the dead |
| Pharaoh | A ruler in ancient Egypt |
| Excavate | To remove earth carefully in order to find buried remains |
| Obelisk | A strong pillar,typically having a square or rectangular cross section and a pyramidal top, set up as a monument or landmark |
| Nile River | A major north-flowing river in northeastern Africa, generally regarded as the longest river in the world |
| Hieroglyphics | Writing consisting of pictures or symbols |
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