Entoolitic

/ˌɛntoʊəˈlɪtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to stone tools or artifacts found enclosed within rock layers.

Etymology

From Greek 'en-' (in), 'tool,' and 'lithos' (stone). An archaeological term describing tools trapped in or covered by stone.

Kelly Says

Entoolitic artifacts confused archaeologists for centuries—some scientists thought they were proof of ancient humans living before the last ice age, but most turned out to be naturally occurring rocks.

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