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notch  

Definition

  • A term describing a tool with the delineation of an edge, indicating a sharp dent, generaly concave, sometimes V-shaped, with a small curvature radius, and created by carious retouch techniques.

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Entry terms

  • notched tool

Source

  • Inizan, M.-L., M. Reduron-Ballinger, H. Roche, J. Tixier 1999, Technology and Terminology of Knapped Stone. Nanterre: CREP., D. Srejovic (ed) 1997, Arheološki Leksikon.

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https://vocabs.acdh.oeaw.ac.at/defcthesaurus/notch/4.14

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