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PALEONTOLOGY

a science dealing with the life of past geologic periods as known from fossil remains

The meaning of the word paleontology is a science dealing with the life of past geologic periods as known from fossil remains.

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prerogativean exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
rectitudethe quality or state of being straight
abideto bear patiently : tolerate
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event
squanderto spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate
lumenthe cavity of a tubular organ or part
sirenany of a group of female and partly human creatures in Greek mythology that lured mariners to destruction by their singing
compensatoryto be equivalent to : counterbalance
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition