Feature (archaeology)

In archaeology, the term feature is generally used to refer to any nonportable remnant of human activity, such as a hearth, road, or house remains, later found or recovered by some archaeological endeavor. Prehistoric features may include hearths, some types of grinding slabs, structural remnants, burials (human and otherwise), and middens; historic features may include structural remnants, traditional roads, railroads, ornamental objects such as statues, kilns, docks and piers, and the like.

Related Topics:
Archaeology - Hearth - Road - House - Archaeological - Prehistoric - Grinding slab - Midden - Historic - Railroad - Kiln - Dock - Pier

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Features are distinguished from artifacts, which are generally small and portable.

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