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palaeology
 

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Noun palaeology has 1 sense
  1. paleology, palaeology - the study of (especially prehistoric) antiquities
    --1 is a kind of archeology, archaeology

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Term: Palaeology

Description:

Palaeology is the study of ancient or prehistoric life through the analysis of fossils and other remains. It encompasses the fields of paleontology and archaeology, assisting in deciphering the Earth's history and the evolution of various species.

Sample sentences:

  1. The professor specialized in palaeology and had an extensive collection of dinosaur fossils.
  2. Palaeology can provide valuable insights into extinct civilizations and their cultural practices.
  3. The team of palaeologists discovered a new species of hominid during their archaeological dig.

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