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noun
A prehistoric human who lived in caves; a caveman or cavewoman.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
One who behaves like a caveman, lacking culture and refinement.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: derogatory, figuratively
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noun
someone who lives in a cave
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: caveman, cave man, troglodyte
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Broader terms: primitive, primitive person
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