Paleo-Indian

[ pey-lee-oh-in-dee-uhn; especially British pal-ee‑ ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or characteristic of a New World cultural stage, c22,000–6000 b.c., distinguished by fluted-point tools and cooperative hunting methods.

noun

1. a member of the North American Indian people of this cultural stage, who are believed to have migrated originally from Asia and are known to have been expert big-game hunters.

Example Sentences

A Paleo-Indian association, sometime before 10,000 years ago, is suggested.

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This association indicates a Transitional Paleo-Indian association at this site.

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These associations indicate an early Archaic to transitional Paleo-Indian connection.

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Paleo-Indian (L)—a name assigned to nomadic groups who were the first inhabitants of the new world.

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