solutrean

/səˈluːtərēən/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the Solutrean culture, a prehistoric culture of hunter-gatherers that flourished in Europe from about 22,000 to 17,500 years ago

“The discovery of a Solutrean stone tool at the archaeological site provided valuable insights into the lives of ancient humans.”

2. noun

a member of the Solutrean culture

“The Solutrean was known for their sophisticated flint tools and artistic cave paintings.”

Synonyms

  • Cave dweller
  • Upper Paleolithic

Antonyms

  • Agriculturalist
  • Neolithic