Midden

usgb/ˈmɪdn/
noun

A dump for domestic waste which comes from a historic site like an old settlement.

Archaeologists discovered ancient pottery in the midden left by the ancient civilization.
Visual representation of "midden" - A dump for domestic waste which comes from a historic site like an old settlement.

Often appears as...

  • archaeological midden
  • domestic midden

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Historical Significance

Midden refers to a historical waste site, often important for archeological research.

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The shell midden offered clues to the diet of early settlers.
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Not Modern Trash

A midden specifically relates to waste from long ago, not contemporary garbage.

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They analyzed soil samples from the midden for carbon dating.
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Preserved Artifacts

Items found in a midden are often well-preserved and can include tools, bones, and pottery.

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The midden yielded beautifully decorated ceramics.
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