Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

archaeoastronomy

Noun

/ˌɑːrki.oʊ.əˈstrɒn.ə.mi/

Definition

The study of how ancient cultures understood and used celestial phenomena.

Examples

The pyramids of Egypt are often studied in the field of archaeoastronomy to understand their alignment with stars.
Archaeoastronomy reveals the deep connection ancient civilizations had with the cosmos.

Meaning

Archaeoastronomy combines archaeology and astronomy to explore how the stars, planets, and other celestial bodies influenced the construction of ancient sites and the lives of the people who built them.