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Caveman - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

caveman

/ˈkeɪvˌmæn/ /ˈkeɪvmən/

Definition:

A prehistoric human who lived in caves, often depicted as primitive or uncivilized.

Synonyms:

Neanderthal, troglodyte, primitive man

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

Modern human, civilized person

Common Collocations:

caveman diet, caveman instincts, caveman lifestyle

Derivatives:

cavemen, cavewoman

Usage Tips:

Use "caveman" to describe early humans or humorously for someone with crude behavior.

Common Phrases:

caveman mentality, throw like a caveman, live like a caveman

Etymology:

Derived from "cave" + "man," first used in the 19th century to describe prehistoric humans.

Examples:

  • 1. The caveman painted animals on the cave walls.
  • 2. Children love stories about a caveman hunting for food.
  • 3. He acted like a caveman when he grunted instead of speaking.
  • 4. The museum displayed tools used by the caveman thousands of years ago.

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