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primitive (s) (noun), primitives (pl)
1. People who belonged to ancient or "uncivilized" groups: Dwight and other archaeologists are still in the process of learning more about Stone Age primitives.
2. An artist who produces art in a simple style which is often childlike: There are some art exhibitions that actually present shows of primitives that have been created by some painters.
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primitive (adjective), more primitive, most primitive
1. Descriptive of that which is simple, unsophisticated, or basic; and does not show much skill: The primitive tools that were used in the early years of humans were very easy to use and were not complicated.
2. Relating to a preliterate, nonindustrial society or culture: Primitive people often lived in what is characterized as unorganized social and economic conditions.
3. Pertaining to some things that are made or done in a way that is not modern and which does not show much skill: The technology that was used to build the Wilson's house on the island was primitive and outdated.
4. A reference to a part of a person which is wild or like an animal and not based on reason: Some people are convinced that the killing of the "surplus" giraffe at the Copenhagen Zoo is a primitive action and death threats have been made to kill such "primitive behavior" by the zoo keepers.
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(Greek: original [first in time], beginning, first cause, origin, ancient, primitive, from the beginning; most basic)
(Greek: original, ancient, primitive, old)
(Greek: first; foremost, front, earliest form of, original, primitive; chief, principal; usually used as a prefix)
(Latin: first principle, rudiment, primitive form)