Definition: The word "arcadic" comes from Greek, which means "to arc." It refers to a stage or period where humans began using language. Definition: An era marked by the transition from oral communication to written languages, often occurring during the Neolithic and Bronze Age in Europe. This development saw significant changes in writing systems, languages, and culture that had profound impacts on subsequent human history. In this context, "arcadic" might refer to a period of time when people learned how to write using simple symbols or letters rather than gestures or speech.