Stone Age

/ˌstoʊn ˈeɪdʒ/
/stəʊn eɪdʒ/
IPA guide

Definitions of Stone Age
  1. noun
    (archeology) the earliest known period of human culture, characterized by the use of stone implements
    see moresee less
    example of:
    period, period of time, time period
    an amount of time
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘Stone Age'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family

Vocabulary lists containing Stone Age

The Stone Age - Middle School and High School

Travel back to prehistoric times by learning this list of Stone Age vocabulary words. Explore early civilizations, the development of agriculture, and Stone Age tools. You'll also review archaeological terms, such as excavation, artifact, and and fossil.

The Stone Age - Introductory

Travel back to prehistoric times by learning this list of Stone Age vocabulary words. Explore early civilizations, the development of agriculture, and Stone Age tools. You'll also review archaeological terms, such as excavation, artifact, and and fossil.

MORE VOCABULARY LISTS