pre-industrial
1 of 1adjective/ˌpriːɪnˈdʌstriəl/
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relating to the period of time before the widespread adoption of industrial processes and technologies
- Life expectancy was generally shorter in pre-industrial societies due to limited access to healthcare and sanitation.
- Pre-industrial agriculture relied heavily on manual labor and traditional farming techniques.
- Many pre-industrial civilizations developed sophisticated irrigation systems to support their agricultural needs.
- Pre-industrial societies often had strong social hierarchies based on factors such as birthright and wealth.
- Pre-industrial transportation relied heavily on animal power, carts, and boats for long-distance travel and trade.