paleontology

Signification

Study of the forms of life existing in prehistoric or geologic times, especially as represented by fossils.

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/ˌpeɪli.ənˈtɒləd͡ʒi/

Étymologie

Attested since 1836 (as palæontology). From French paléontologie (attested since 1822). By surface analysis, paleo- (“ancient”) + onto- (“being”) + -logy (“study”).

Phrases

His collecting program added important Paleozoic specimens to the Walker Museum of Paleontology .

Son programme de collecte a ajouté d'importants spécimens du Paléozoïque au Walker Museum of Paléontologie.