Word Meaning

fossilized definition and meaning

v. t. To convert into a fossil; to petrify; as, to fossilize bones or wood.
v. t. To cause to become antiquated, rigid, or fixed, as by fossilization; to mummify; to deaden.
v. i. To become fossil.
v. i. To become antiquated, rigid, or fixed, beyond the influence of change or progress.
imp. & p. p. of Fossilize
a. Converted into a fossil; antiquated; firmly fixed in views or opinions.

Crossword clues for fossilized

- Petrify (of bone)