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fossilization

UK
/ˌfɒs.ɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌfɑː.sə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Translations

fossilizationadjective
UK
/ˌfɒs.ɪ.laɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌfɑː.sə.ləˈzeɪ.ʃən/
Used attributively before nouns (e.g., "fossilization processes").
fossilisantEmploi surtout technique, pour qualifier un processus lié à la fossilisation.
Fossilization processes can preserve delicate tissues under ideal conditions.
Les processus fossilisants peuvent préserver des tissus délicats dans des conditions idéales.
fossilizationnoun
fossilizations
pl
fossilisationAu sens propre et au sens figuré.
The fossilization of the dinosaur bones took millions of years.
La fossilisation des os de dinosaure a pris des millions d'années.
Synonyms
petrification
mineralization
preservation
fossil formation

Definitions

fossilizationadjective
Relating to or involving the process of fossilization.
Fossilization processes can preserve delicate tissues under ideal conditions.
fossilizationnoun
The process through which organic material becomes a fossil, typically involving the replacement of organic material with minerals over a long period.
The fossilization of the dinosaur bones took millions of years, preserving them for scientists to study.
The state of being preserved as a fossil.
The fossilization of the ancient tree was so complete that even the smallest details of its bark were visible.
A process by which something becomes outdated or resistant to change, often used metaphorically.
The fossilization of the company's policies made it difficult for them to adapt to the new market trends.
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