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Fossilology

Noun:

The study of fossils, including their formation, classification, and interpretation.

Sample sentence:

Many paleontologists dedicate their careers to the field of fossilology, in order to better understand ancient life forms.

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Adjective:

Pertaining to or associated with the study of fossils.

Sample sentence:

The fossilology exhibit at the museum displayed a wide variety of ancient bones and artifacts.

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Local term:

Fossilology (Local Term): A colloquial term used in some communities to refer to the local activity of fossil hunting.

Sample sentence:

The kids in our neighborhood love going fossilology with their parents during summer vacations.

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