What is another word for prehistoric man?
Pronunciation: [pɹˌiːhɪstˈɒɹɪk mˈan] (IPA) 
The phrase "prehistoric man" may refer to any of the early human species that existed before the invention of writing. Some common synonyms for this phrase are "early human", "primitive human", and "prehistoric human". Other related terms include "hominid", which refers to all modern and extinct humans, chimpanzees, gorillas, and their ancestors, and "homo", which refers specifically to the genus of humans that includes Homo sapiens, Homo erectus, and other extinct species. "Paleolithic man" is another term used to describe prehistoric humans, as this period marks the earliest known use of stone tools. Regardless of the term used, it is important to note the significant advancements and developments made by these early humans that shaped the course of human evolution.
