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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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fathoma unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water
dominantcommanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
detachedstanding by itself : separate
predetermineforeordain
incontinentnot continent: such as
frolicsomefull of gaiety : playful
inscrutablenot readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable