Archaeology Terms

noun a place where things are stored or deposited for safekeeping

• The company's code repository is stored securely on a cloud server.
• Hey, can you check the repository for the latest version of the document?
• I'll just grab that file from the repo real quick.
• His mind is like a repository of useless facts.

noun a cleaning device that removes dirt from streets or roads

• The scavenger searched the forest floor for any signs of edible plants.
• The scavenger rummaged through the trash looking for something useful.
• The scavenger was out there dumpster diving for treasures.
• She was a scavenger of information, always searching for the latest news and gossip.