1. a very primitive stone tool from the earliest period of human culture
Usage: archaeology

Examples

• The archaeologist discovered several eoliths at the ancient site.
• These eoliths represent some of humanity’s earliest attempts at toolmaking.
• The museum’s collection includes eoliths dating back millions of years.
• Researchers debate whether these crude stones are true eoliths or natural formations.
• The eolith was barely recognizable as a human-made implement.