Definition

Made from very small pieces of stone, often used in tools or artifacts.

Example

The archaeologists discovered microlithic tools that were used by ancient humans.

Conversation

Have you seen those microlithic tools they found at the excavation site?

Yeah, I read about them! It's fascinating how they were made from such small stones.

I know, right? It really shows how advanced they were for their time.

Absolutely! Those microlithic artifacts are a glimpse into their daily lives.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Microlithic → It is formed from "micro-" (from Greek "mikros", meaning small) and "lithos" (meaning stone) combined with the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "microlithic" refers to something that pertains to small stones, often used in the context of small stone tools or artifacts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'small' ('micro-') stones ('lithos') to remember that 'microlithic' refers to small stone tools or artifacts.

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