Petroglyph
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpɛ.tɹəˌɡlɪf/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Petroglyph is a noun meaning (archaeology) A rock carving, especially one made in prehistoric times.
Meaning
(archaeology) A rock carving, especially one made in prehistoric times.
Example Sentences
The petroglyphs of Central Asia form a long sequence from the Neolithic onwards.
Ninety-six petroglyph sites were reported in the original study (DiazGranados 1993). The majority of the petroglyphs are worn.
The islands of Tonga are not known for petroglyphs; however, one of the frontal stones of a langi called Mala'e Lahi on 'Uiha Island has one petroglyph of a human foot.
Word Forms
- petroglyphs
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pecked, pictographs, petroglyphy, petrogram, petrosomatoglyph, petrosphere.
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