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paleontology

🇬🇧 UK/.pæliɒn'tɒlәdʒi/🇺🇸 US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

The scientific study of prehistoric life forms, especially through the examination of fossils

古生物学

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
paleoancient, old, primitive
+
ontroot
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oconnector
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logystudy of, science of
=paleontology

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Paleontology reveals fascinating information about life millions of years ago.

  • 2.

    Scientists use paleontology to study the history of life on Earth.

  • 3.

    Recent discoveries in paleontology have challenged existing evolutionary theories.

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