abri
n. C1 Advanced UK //ɐbɹˈi// abri
n. a natural cave or rock shelter that protects people or animals from the weather. It is often used in geology to describe a place where ancient humans lived.
n. a natural cave or rock shelter providing protection from the elements. Often used in archaeological contexts to describe prehistoric human habitation sites.
The ancient abri provided shelter for the early humans.
Archaeologists discovered tools and bones deep within the abri, suggesting the site was used for thousands of years.
The limestone abri served as a critical refuge during the last glacial period, preserving delicate organic remains that would otherwise have been destroyed by the harsh climate.