fosslify

/fɔslɪfaɪ, ˌfɒsˈlɪfaɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to bury or conceal fossils or other remains of ancient life

“Paleontologists spent years fossillifying the hidden fossils in the rock formation.”

2. verb

to make something seem more ancient or old-fashioned

“The new art style seemed to fossillify the old city’s architecture.”

Synonyms

  • buried
  • conceal

Antonyms

  • expose
  • reveal