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The fossil showed a leaf shape.
What does Fossil mean?
an old preserved plant or animal trace
Dictionary definition
The preserved remains or trace of an ancient plant or animal.
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We saw a dinosaur fossil at the museum.
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A fossil can help scientists learn about ancient life.
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What does fossil mean?
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to fossil?
Remains is closest because fossil means an old preserved plant or animal trace.
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Which word or phrase is most opposite in meaning to fossil?
Living Organism contrasts with fossil.
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WordFossil.
Partnoun.
MeaningFossil means an old preserved plant or animal trace.
ExampleExample: The fossil showed a leaf shape.
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- Syllables
- fos · ul
- Strongest beat
- fos
- Ending
- ul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on fos.
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Synonyms
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remainsClose in meaning in many contexts.
traceClose in meaning in many contexts.
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living organismUseful contrast for understanding the word.
modern speciesUseful contrast for understanding the word.
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Fossil word family
Base word
fossil
noun
fossils
Plural form of fossil.
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