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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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condescendto assume an air of superiority
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poignancythe quality or state of being poignant
neophytea new convert : proselyte
demeanto lower in character, status, or reputation
precociousexceptionally early in development or occurrence
queerdiffering in some way from what is usual or normal : odd
catcalla loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event)
rebusa representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate