Chellean

/ʃɛˈliən/ adjective

Relating to an early prehistoric stone tool industry (Chellean or Chelles-Achelean) characterized by hand axes and crude cutting implements.

Named after Chelles, a site in France where these stone tools were first identified and excavated in the 19th century. The '-ean' suffix indicates an archaeological culture or period.

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