| archeologist |
A branch of anthropologic science that studies people, objects, and animals from prehistoric times |
| amulet |
A small piece of jewelry or an ornament that is thought to offer protection against disease, danger, and evil |
| ankh
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A special symbol in Egypt that resembles a cross with a loop at the top |
| branding
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To leave a mark on someone or something that is permanent |
| delta
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The fourth letter of the Greek alphabet, a triangular shape, the fourth in a series |
| dynasty
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A succession of people who are often related that play a prominent role in that field or society |
| ecclesiastic |
A minister, priest, or cleric; a religious person in charge |
| egyptologist
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The study of the culture and artifacts of ancient Egypt |
| embalm
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Preservation of a corpse from decay, usually with spices and perfume
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| harem
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The part of a Muslim household reserved for only wives, servants, and concubines; all the wives and concubines of a polygamous man
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| hieroglyphs |
A picture of an object that represents a word, syllable, or sound that is often found in ancient Egyptian writings.
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| papyrus |
A material from ancient Egypt that is made from the stem of a water plant and turned into sheets. The sheets were then used for writing or painting.
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| shrine |
A place or area that is considered holy because it is associated with s divinity, relic, or sacred person.
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| sphinx |
An ancient Egyptian stone that has the body of a lion, a human head or an animal head. There is one large Sphinx statue. |