fossilology
- noun
- /ˌfɑːsɪˈlɑːdʒi/
- Specialized
- New findings in fossilology often reshape our understanding of Earth's history.
Examples
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He developed a keen interest in fossilology after discovering ancient shells in his backyard.
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The university offers advanced degrees in fossilology, focusing on the study of ancient life forms.
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The university offers advanced degrees in fossilology for students focused on prehistoric life.
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The field of fossilology is fascinating!
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Many students are studying fossilology at university.
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He developed a keen interest in fossilology after discovering ancient shells in his backyard.
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New findings in fossilology often reshape our understanding of Earth's history.
Synonyms
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The study of fossils and ancient animals and plants preserved in rocks
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The study of fossils of animals with backbones, like fish and mammals
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A study of ancient plants or animals using their fossils
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The study of ancient plants, animals, and the places they lived
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The study of very small fossils that show ancient life
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The study of rock layers using fossils to tell which layers are older and match them across places
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The study of fossil plants
The study of animals that lived long ago using their fossils
A study of very old mammals from fossils
The study of ancient birds and how they changed over time
A study of ancient trees preserved as fossils
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Fossilology joins fossil, meaning old plants or animals 'dug up' from the ground, and the ending -ology, meaning 'study of' and found in words like biology and geology. So, fossilology is the 'study of fossils', the scientific study of ancient life and the places where it lived.