How is the Paleolithic Age defined?

Paleolithic Period, also spelled Palaeolithic Period, also called Old Stone Age, ancient cultural stage, or level, of human development, characterized by the use of rudimentary chipped stone tools. read more

Paleolithic Age synonyms, Paleolithic Age pronunciation, Paleolithic Age translation, English dictionary definition of Paleolithic Age. Noun 1. read more

The cultural period of the Stone Age that began about 2.5 to 2 million years ago, marked by the earliest use of tools made of chipped stone. The Paleolithic Period ended at different times in different parts of the world, generally around 10,000 years ago in Europe and the Middle East. Also called Old Stone Age. read more