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protohistory

 

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Noun protohistory has 1 sense
  1. protohistory, protoanthropology - the study humans prior to the invention of writing
    --1 is a kind of archeology, archaeology
    --1 has particulars: protoarcheology, protoarchaeology

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Protohistory

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The period of time in a region or culture before the advent of written records.

Example Sentence 1: The study of protohistory relies heavily on archaeological evidence and oral traditions to understand the cultures that existed during that time.

Example Sentence 2: Protohistory is often a fascinating and challenging period for historians to study due to the limited available sources of information.

Example Sentence 3: Many indigenous communities have a rich protohistory that is passed down through generations via storytelling and legends.

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