Definitions

1. verb

to preserve a plant or animal in a natural state, especially after death, so that it can be used as a fossil

“The discovery of fossils helped scientists to understand the evolution of life on Earth.”

2. verb

to make or become petrified, especially in a way that preserves the original form or appearance

“The tree trunk had begun to fossilise in the lake’s sediment.”

3. noun

the process or result of preserving a plant or animal in a natural state, especially after death

“The team studied the fossilisation of dinosaur bones in the new museum exhibit.”

4. noun

a substance that resembles or is formed from a fossil, especially one used in art or decorative objects

“The ancient fossils were used to create beautiful, intricate designs.”