fossilology
- noun
- /ˌfɑːsɪˈlɑːdʒi/
- Specialized
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fossilología
- 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 ancient plants, animals, and the places they lived
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A study of ancient plants or animals using their fossils
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The study of fossils of animals with backbones, like fish and mammals
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The study of very small fossils that show ancient life
The study of animals that lived long ago using their fossils
The study of fossil plants
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
The study of rock layers using fossils to tell which layers are older and match them across places
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.