artifact
Translation
artefact
Examples
The museum displays ancient Egyptian artifacts.
The museum displays ancient Egyptian artefacts.
Grammar Patterns
((an artifact)) an object made by a human being. They found an ancient artifact.
Similar Words
Synonyms: relic, object, antique
Etymology
From Latin 'arte' (by skill) + 'factum' (thing made). Literally 'a thing made by skill'.
Memory Tips
An 'arti-fact' is a 'fact' of history made by 'art' (skill).