preculture

/ˈprɛkjəltʃər/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or culture of a society before the advent of a particular culture, especially before the advent of agriculture.

“The study of preculture provided valuable insights into the early stages of human civilization.”

2. noun

The state of being before a particular cultural or social phenomenon.

“The researchers explored the preculture of modern technology, tracing its roots to ancient civilizations.”

Synonyms

  • prehistory
  • proto

Antonyms

  • postculture