GRE Word List
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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| solemnity | formal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event |
| sporadic | occurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances |
| filial | of, relating to, or befitting a son or daughter |
| cohabit | to live together as or as if a married couple |
| tribune | a Roman official under the monarchy and the republic with the function of protecting the plebeian citizen from arbitrary action by the patrician magistrates |
| lateral | of or relating to the side |
| wastrel | vagabond |
| mortar | a sturdy vessel in which material is pounded or rubbed with a pestle |
| groom | bridegroom |
| tiller | one that tills : cultivator |