preliterate
That has not yet developed a written languageThat has not yet developed a written language
Meaning
2 senses(not comparable)That has not yet developed a written language
used of a society that has not developed writing
(not comparable)Who has not yet learned to read and write
not yet having acquired the ability to read and write
Synonyms
1 synonymsClose in meaning
- used of a society that has not developed writing:nonliterate
See also
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