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n. 古生物学者 one who studies the forms of life existing in prehistoric or geologic times


Spelling Word: paleontologist
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a. 苍白的,惨淡的 abnormally pale; lacking intensity of color or luminousness


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a. 平行的,类似的,相似的 being an equal distance apart everywhere; having the same tendency or direction


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a. 外围的 located in outer boundary; unimportant; auxiliary


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a. 坚持不懈的 lasting for a long time or difficult to get rid of


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n. 污染,玷污 contamination; undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated


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n. 陶工,制陶工人 a craftsman who shapes pottery; work lightly


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n. 陶器,陶器场 the craft of making earthenware; ceramic ware made from clay


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n. 特权 privilege; unquestionable right; exclusive power to command


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a. 主要的 first in excellence, quality, or value; at the best stage; peak; first in degree or rank; chief


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