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fossil – n. something (such as a plant leaf, skeleton, or footprint) that is from an animal or organism which lived in ancient times

dinosaur – n. one of many creatures that lived on Earth millions of years ago

paleontologist – n. a scientist that deals with the fossils of animals and plants that lived very long ago especially in the time of dinosaurs

journal – n. a magazine or other publication that specializes on a subject or activity

lay – v. to produce an egg from inside the body

reptile – n. a group of animals that includes snakes, crocodiles and turtles

species – n. a group of living organisms made up of similar individuals

geologist – n. a scientist who studies rocks and/or soil to learn about the history of the Earth and its life

bewilderment – n. the feeling of being unable to think clearly