Paleolithic
|Pa-le-o-lith-ic|
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/ˌpeɪliəˈlɪθɪk/
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/ˌpæliəˈlɪθɪk/
Old Stone Age
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Paleolithic' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'palaios' meaning 'old' and 'lithos' meaning 'stone'.
Historical Evolution
'Paleolithic' was derived from the Greek word 'palaeolithikos', which was adopted into English in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'old stone', referring to the early Stone Age, and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the early phase of the Stone Age, lasting about 2.5 million years, when primitive stone implements were used.
The Paleolithic era is known for its stone tools and cave paintings.
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Last updated: 2025/04/02 17:10