preceramic

/ˌprɛsɪˈkræmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to a period of human history before the development of ceramics

“The preceramic artifacts found in the excavation site dated back to the Paleolithic era.”

2. noun

a period of human history before the development of ceramics

“The preceramic period in human history saw the use of stone tools and animal hides for shelter.”

Synonyms

  • ceramic-free
  • non-ceramic
  • pre-Ceramic

Antonyms

  • artifical
  • ceramic
  • pottery