apiocrinite

/ˌæpiɒkrɪˈnaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fossilized resin or amber, especially that found in the Eocene deposits of the Paris Basin

“The apiocrinite samples from the Paris Basin are highly prized by paleontologists for their unique preservation of ancient organisms.”

Synonyms

  • Eocene amber
  • fossilized resin

Antonyms

  • modern resin
  • non-fossilized materials