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PRELITERATE

(adj.sat, noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Preliterate.

Preliterate - as an adjective satellite

Not yet having acquired the ability to read and write

Used of a society that has not developed writing

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
nonliterate

Preliterate - as a noun

A member of such a culture

Preliterate - as an adjective

(of a culture) that has not yet developed a written language

(of a person) who has not yet learned to read and write

Example Sentences

"The preliterate culture relied on oral storytelling."
"Archaeologists discovered preliterate paintings on the cave walls."
"Language development in preliterate communities can differ from literate ones."
"Religious practices in preliterate tribes often involve rituals and ceremonies."
"The preliterate period was marked by the absence of written language."
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Word Game Points

Is PRELITERATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, preliterate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PRELITERATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is PRELITERATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, preliterate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PRELITERATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is PRELITERATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preliterate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PRELITERATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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