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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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pastichea literary, artistic, musical, or architectural work that imitates the style of previous work
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arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
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sequesterto set apart : segregate
urbanenotably polite or polished in manner
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well-bredhaving or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class