2006-08-25 10:11:24 · 6 answers · asked by 100Hertz 2 in Social Science ➔ Anthropology
most "ologies" refer to the study of a specific subject.
hardly insulting...whatever comes before the " ology "
2006-08-27 03:23:12 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is the STUDY of humankind.
anthropology
–noun 1. the science that deals with the origins, physical and cultural development, biological characteristics, and social customs and beliefs of humankind.
2. the study of human beings' similarity to and divergence from other animals.
3. the science of humans and their works.
4. Also called philosophical anthropology. the study of the nature and essence of humankind.
2006-08-25 17:18:43 · answer #2 · answered by darthmosh 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Huh?! Anthropology is the study of humans in all times and places. If anyone appreciates all the fascinating things about humankind, it's anthropologists.
2006-08-26 22:50:00 · answer #3 · answered by at313 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How could the study of people, their history, development, distribution, and culture be an insult. I think the ignorant and the braindead who ask such stupid questions are insult to mankind.
2006-08-26 20:38:37 · answer #4 · answered by rico3151 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
insult? It is simply means the study of cultures.
2006-08-25 17:16:24 · answer #5 · answered by Sharp Marble 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
WHAT? Is English your second language?
2006-08-25 17:17:59 · answer #6 · answered by Annie R 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋