paleonthology — the branch of science concerned with fossil animals and plants
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the branch of science concerned with fossil animals and plants
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌpeɪliɑnˈtɑlədʒi/
Korean meaning: 고생물학 (화석 동식물을 연구하는 학문)
Korean pronunciation: 페일리언**톨**러지
Example Sentences
- Thanks to paleontology, we now know that T-Rex had tiny arms but probably gave the world's most terrifying hugs.
- The paleontology expedition discovered a new species of ancient marine reptile in the desert.
- My professor said paleontology is like being a detective, except all the witnesses are dead for millions of years.
paleonthology
NOUN//ˌpeɪliɑnˈtɑlədʒi//
the branch of science concerned with fossil animals and plants
a paleontologist carefully brushes dirt away from a large dinosaur skull fossil embedded in rock. She uses precise tools to reveal more bone details as ancient remains emerge from the stone. The exposed fossil shows clear skeletal structure that has been preserved for millions of years. A research assistant nearby examines plant fossil imprints in another rock layer. Other team members document additional prehistoric specimens scattered around the excavation site. the branch of science concerned with fossil animals and plants
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Origin
From Ancient Greek, combining three elements meaning 'ancient/old', 'existing things/beings', and 'study of'. The word literally means 'the study of ancient life forms'.
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“Thanks to paleontology, we now know that T-Rex had tiny arms but probably gave the world's most terrifying hugs.”
“The paleontology expedition discovered a new species of ancient marine reptile in the desert.”
“My professor said paleontology is like being a detective, except all the witnesses are dead for millions of years.”
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