fossil
Произношение: [fɑːsl]
Слово
Контекст: «science»
(noun) a fossil is the remains or traces of plants and animals that lived a long time ago. These can be bones or even footprints that have turned into rock over many years. Scientists study fossils to learn about how life was in the past.
Пример
The museum had a huge dinosaur fossil that amazed all the kids.
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We didn't find any fossils at the beach this time, which was disappointing.
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What type of fossil did you find during your field trip?
Контекст: «metaphor»
(noun) when we call someone 'a fossil', we mean they are very old-fashioned or unable to change with new ideas. It’s like saying they belong to a time that has passed.
Пример
My grandfather loves old music, and he always jokes that he's just a 'fossil' at heart.
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She doesn’t want to be seen as a fossil when it comes to using modern technology.
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Do you think some people are outdated like fossils when it comes to new trends?
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