preliterate
pre·lit·er·ate
adj \ˌprē-ˈli-t(ə-)rət\Definition of PRELITERATE
1
a : not yet employing writing as a cultural medium b : lacking the use of writing
2
: antedating the use of writing
— preliterate noun
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