Anthropology (redirected from Modern anthropology)

anthropology /an·thro·pol·o·gy/ (an?thro-pol´o-je) the science that treats of human beings and their origins, historical and cultural development, and races.

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an·thro·pol·o·gy (nthr-pl-j)

n.

The scientific study of the origin, the behavior, and the physical, social, and cultural development of humans.

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anthro·polo·gist n.

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Anthropology

The study of the origins, biological characteristics, beliefs, and social customs of human beings.

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anthropology,

n the science of human beings ranging from physical characteristics to cultural, social, and environmental aspects.

anthropology, cultural,

n the study of the interpersonal and community mores of a society or isolate.

anthropology, physical,

n the study of the physical attributes of a society or isolate.