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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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titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
cozento deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
astringentcausing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic
objectiveexpressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations
gavelrent or tribute in medieval England
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
laboriousinvolving, requiring, or characterized by hard and sustained effort : arduous
laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
jurisprudencethe science or philosophy of law