Artefact – An object of historical interest, such as an ancient pot or tool usually handmade by humans
(Pronounced ahh-tee-fact)
To remember the definition of the word artefact, use the following mnemonic:
The art was not made in a factory (artefact), it was made by hand many many years ago.
Examples of artefact in a sentence
The artefact was discovered near the site of the ancient burial ground.
Because the artefact was quite delicate, the archaeologist took great care in removing it from the soil.
The artefact I found in my backyard is an Indian arrowhead.
