Biface

/ˈbaɪˌfeɪs/ noun

An early stone tool shaped by removing flakes from both sides to create sharp edges, common in prehistoric archaeology.

From 'bi-' (two) + 'face.' The archaeological term describes the manufacturing technique of Paleolithic toolmakers who worked both surfaces of a stone to create symmetrical, multi-purpose cutting implements.

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