Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

prehistorian

noun

/ˌpriːhɪsˈtɔːriən/

Definition

A scholar who studies prehistory, which is the period of human history before written records.

Examples

The prehistorian uncovered artifacts that shed light on the life of early humans.
As a prehistorian, she spent years analyzing ancient cave paintings.
The museum hired a prehistorian to curate the new exhibit on Stone Age tools.

Meaning

A prehistorian investigates ancient times, focusing on human evolution, ancient cultures, and archaeological findings to understand how early humans lived.