(fos-sil) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. remains of a plant or animal from long ago that have turned into rock.

Example Sentence

Scientists study the fossil to learn about ancient animals.

More Example Sentences

We found a fossil of a dinosaur bone in the desert.

Synonyms

remains; relic; imprint

Antonyms

modern; new; fresh

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Rhymes

  • basile
  • docile
  • fossel
  • fossil
  • jostle
  • possehl
  • postle
  • rossell
  • stossel
  • trostle
  • vasile

  • apostle
  • colossal

  • microfossil