Lake Dwelling (Noun)
Meaning
Dwelling built on piles in or near a lake; specifically in prehistoric villages.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The archaeological site revealed remnants of ancient lake-dwelling communities that once thrived in the region.
- Researchers used radiocarbon dating to determine the age of the lake-dwelling found in the depths of the lake.
- The prehistoric village featured numerous lake-dwellings constructed from wooden piles and thatched roofs.
- Lake-dwellings have been discovered in various parts of Europe, often dating back to the Neolithic period.
- Excavations at the lake's edge uncovered the remains of a well-preserved lake-dwelling, complete with ceramics and stone tools.