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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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arroyoa watercourse (such as a creek) in an arid region
negateto deny the existence or truth of
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
embraceto clasp in the arms : hug
vacillateto waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses
gustatoryrelating to or associated with eating or the sense of taste
cogentappealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing