Azilian

/əˈzɪliən/ noun, adjective

Definition

Relating to a prehistoric culture that followed the Magdalenian period, characterized by small stone tools and simple art; or a person or artifact from this culture.

Etymology

Named after Mas-d'Azil, a cave site in southern France where artifacts were discovered. Follows the archaeological convention of naming prehistoric cultures after their key archaeological sites.

Kelly Says

The Azilian culture is mysterious because people suddenly stopped making the beautiful carved tools and art of their ancestors, suggesting a huge cultural shift—it's one of archaeology's unsolved puzzles!

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