paleontology

Etymology

Attested since 1836 (as palæontology). From French paléontologie (attested since 1822). Surface etymology is paleo- (“ancient”) + onto- (“being”) + -logy (“study”).

noun

  1. (American spelling) Study of the forms of life existing in prehistoric or geologic times, especially as represented by fossils.

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