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primitive technology

[PRIM-uh-tiv tek-NOL-uh-jee]
nounpl: primitive technologies
tecnologia primitiva
1. Simple tools, techniques, and methods developed by early humans or pre-industrial societies without modern scientific knowledge or industrial processes
Archaeological evidence shows that primitive technology included the use of stone tools and fire-making.
Evidências arqueológicas mostram que a tecnologia primitiva incluía o uso de ferramentas de pedra e a produção de fogo.
2. Basic or rudimentary technological systems lacking advanced features, automation, or modern conveniences
The village relies on primitive technology for agriculture and daily tasks.
A aldeia depende de tecnologia primitiva para agricultura e tarefas diárias.
Synonyms
basic technologyrudimentary technologyancient technologystone age technologysimple tools
Antonyms
advanced technologymodern technologycutting-edge technologysophisticated technologydigital technology

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tecnologia primitiva
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Portugal
tecnologia primitiva
Standard term used in Portugal
General Brazilian
tecnologia arcaica
Alternative formal term, slightly more archaic connotation

Related Idioms & Phrases

back to basics
stone age methods
return to primitive ways
low-tech solution
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