Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Beaker culture refers to a prehistoric archaeological culture that existed in Europe during the Late Neolithic and Early Bronze Age. It is characterized by the presence of distinctive pottery vessels known as beakers.
Related terms
Megalithic: Megalithic refers to large stone structures or monuments, such as Stonehenge, that were built by ancient civilizations.