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- [fos-uh-lahyz]
- /ˈfɒs əˌlaɪz/
- /ˈfɒs.ɪ.laɪz/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [fos-uh-lahyz]
- /ˈfɒs əˌlaɪz/
Definitions of fossilize word
- verb with object fossilize Geology. to convert into a fossil; replace organic with mineral substances in the remains of an organism. 1
- verb with object fossilize to change as if into mere lifeless remains or traces of the past. 1
- verb with object fossilize to make rigidly antiquated: Time has fossilized such methods. 1
- verb without object fossilize to become a fossil or like a fossil: The plant fossilized in comparatively recent geologic time. 1
- verb without object fossilize Linguistics. (of a linguistic form, feature, rule, etc.) to become permanently established in the interlanguage of a second-language learner in a form that is deviant from the target-language norm and that continues to appear in performance regardless of further exposure to the target language. 1
- noun fossilize Preserve (an organism) so that it becomes a fossil. 1
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Origin of fossilize
First appearance:
before 1785 One of the 44% newest English words
First recorded in 1785-95; fossil + -ize
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Parts of speech for Fossilize
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fossilize popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 51% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 73% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
fossilize usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for fossilize
verb fossilize
- consolidate — If you consolidate something that you have, for example power or success, you strengthen it so that it becomes more effective or secure.
- nerve — one or more bundles of fibers forming part of a system that conveys impulses of sensation, motion, etc., between the brain or spinal cord and other parts of the body.
- set — to put (something or someone) in a particular place: to set a vase on a table.
- buttress — Buttresses are supports, usually made of stone or brick, that support a wall.
- thicken — make thicker
Antonyms for fossilize
verb fossilize
- disjoin — to undo or prevent the junction or union of; disunite; separate.
- dishearten — to depress the hope, courage, or spirits of; discourage.
- weaken — to make weak or weaker.
- liquefy — Make or become liquid.
- soften — to make soft or softer.
Top questions with fossilize
- how long does it take for something to fossilize?
- how long does it take for a bone to fossilize?
- how long does it take to fossilize bone?
- how do bones fossilize?
- how long does it take for bones to fossilize?
- how long does it take to fossilize?
- how to fossilize your hamster?
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