fossil
Translation
fossil, old fogey
Examples
They found a dinosaur fossil.
They found a dinosaur fossil.
He's an old fossil who hates technology.
He's an old fossil who hates technology.
Grammar Patterns
a fossil of ((sth.)) a remnant of a prehistoric organism They found a fossil of a large fish.
((sb.)) is a fossil an old-fashioned person He's considered a fossil in the company.
Similar Words
Synonyms: remains, relic; Antonyms: none
Etymology
From Latin 'fossilis', meaning 'dug up'. It refers to something dug out of the ground.
Memory Tips
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