fossarian

/fɒˈsɛəriən/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of fossil-bearing rock or deposit, especially one formed from the accumulation of sediments.

“The paleontologist discovered a unique fossarian formation in the ancient riverbed.”

2. adjective

Relating to or containing fossils.

“The fossarian layers in the rock revealed a diverse range of prehistoric species.”

Synonyms

  • fossiliferous
  • petrified

Antonyms

  • non-fossiliferous
  • unpetrified