Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prehistoric
Adjective
/ˌpriː.hɪˈstɔːr.ɪk/
Definition
Belonging to the period before written history.
Examples
- The prehistoric era is marked by the use of stone tools.
- Fossils from prehistoric animals provide insight into past life on Earth.
- Archaeologists study prehistoric sites to learn about early human civilizations.
Meaning
The term ‘prehistoric’ refers to a time in human history that occurred before the advent of writing systems and recorded events.
Synonyms
- Ancient
- Primeval
- Prehistoric age
