microlitic

/ˌmɪkroʊˈlɪtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the microlithic culture, which is a type of stone tool industry of the Paleolithic period.

“The archaeologist studied the microlitic tools found in the cave.”

2. noun

a tool or implement made in the microlithic culture.

“The museum displayed a collection of microlitic knives and scrapers.”

Synonyms

  • microlithic
  • paleolithic

Antonyms

  • megalithic