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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

caveman

/kævˈmɛn/ noun · British & US
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What does caveman mean?

noun

A prehistoric human, typically of the Paleolithic era, characterized by a primitive way of life and often depicted as being unclothed and unrefined. A person who is considered to be uncivilized or lacking in refinement.

Example

"The caveman stumbled upon a modern city and was amazed by the towering skyscrapers."

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