Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

neolith

noun
/ˈniː.ə.lɪθ/
Definition
A term referring to the later part of the Stone Age, characterized by the development of agriculture and the use of polished stone tools.
Examples
  • The neolith era is marked by significant advancements in human technology and social structures.
  • Archaeologists discovered neolith artifacts that provide insights into early human life.
  • During the neolith, humans began to domesticate animals and cultivate crops.
Meaning
Neolith pertains to the cultural period in human history where societies transitioned from nomadic lifestyles to settled farming, leading to the establishment of communities.
Synonyms
  • New Stone Age
  • Polished Stone Age
  • Neolithic period