Meaning & use
paleontology
Last updated
the scientific study of fossils and ancient life, including the history, evolution, and structure of extinct organisms.
See it in a sentence
She has loved paleontology ever since she found her first fossil as a child.
Paleontology relies heavily on geology to date and interpret fossil remains.
A note on using this word
Paleontology is often confused with archaeology, but paleontology studies ancient life and fossils (including dinosaurs), while archaeology studies human history through artifacts.
Make it your own
Write a sentence using “paleontology”, then compare your use with the examples above.
Your draft stays on this page and is not sent anywhere.