Antehuman

/ˌæntiˈhjuːmən/ adjective

Definition

Existing or occurring before the emergence or development of humans, or predating humanity.

Etymology

From 'ante-' (before) and 'human,' describing the vast span of time and existence preceding the appearance of humankind on Earth.

Kelly Says

The antehuman world—before any humans existed—lasted for billions of years with dinosaurs, oceans, and cosmic events, yet humans think they're the main story of Earth.

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