Abbevillian

Meanings

Adjective

• Of or relating to any of various early Paleolithic sites, particularly in Europe, that are characterized by the presence of bifacial stone axes.

Proper Noun

• The earliest epoch of the early Paleolithic stage or tradition characterized by the presence of bifacial stone axes, especially in Europe.

Related

Similar words

• Oldowan
• Chellian
• Lower Acheulean
• Chellean

Origin

• Name derived from Abbeville, France (location of the archaeological sites).