Microlith

(noun)

A small stone tool.

Related Terms

Examples of Microlith in the following topics:

  • Mesolithic Art

    • The type of tool remains a diagnostic factor for the area: Mesolithic tools were generally composite devices manufactured with small chipped small stone tools called microliths and retouched bladelets.
    • Mesolithic tools were generally composite devices manufactured with small chipped small stone tools called microliths and retouched bladelets.