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An umbrella term is a word that provides a superset or of related concepts, also called a hypernym. For example, cryptology is an umbrella term that encompasses cryptography and cryptanalysis, among other fields. Similarly, an "umbrella organization" can be an organization which is a central and coordinating body representing a number of smaller, separate bodies.

Examples in archaeology/anthropology

Grave goods
Venus figurines: (They extend over diverse time periods.)
Votive deposit: (They are 'essentially' in every human culture/"tribe".)
Standing stone

Examples in earth science

Punctuated equilibrium: Created 1972 in the category of Evolution, or Speciation, etc., but could obviously be applied to other "topics". Definition: (See Wiki page: Punctuated equilibrium contrasted against, Gradualism.)

Other examples

Straw man (Two dictionary definitions)

Psychokinesis (numerous psychic force abilities described under this term)

Other umbrella terms

Umbrella brand

Umbrella fund

Umbrella organization

Umbrella schoolFurther Information

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