Definitions

1. noun

A time period in history before any contact or interaction with a particular group, culture, or civilization.

“The anthropologist studied the precontact culture of the isolated tribe.”

2. noun

The period before contact or interaction between different groups, especially in the context of colonialism or imperialism.

“The precontact era between European colonizers and Native American tribes had significant impacts on the indigenous population.”

3. noun

A point or stage in history before contact or interaction between two or more parties.

“The precontact meeting between the two companies led to a successful merger.”