Magdalenian

adjective

Mag·da·le·ni·an ˌmag-də-ˈlē-nē-ən

: of or relating to an Upper Paleolithic culture characterized by flint, bone, and ivory implements, carving, and paintings

Word History

Etymology

French magdalénien, from La Madeleine, rock shelter in southwest France

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Magdalenian was in 1885

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“Magdalenian.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Magdalenian. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.

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