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noun 
  1. The study of the forms of life existing in prehistoric or geologic times, especially as represented by fossils
Translations: 
  • French: paléontologie
Etymology: From (paleontologia), from Ancient Greek (paleos) "old" + (on) "being, creature" + "logos"


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