fossiel — meaning in English

English meaning

• fogey noun A dull person (especially an old man) who is behind the times, holding antiquated, over-conservative views.
• fossil noun The preserved remains or traces of an ancient plant or animal, usually turned to stone over time.

Senses

fossiel is used for these senses in English:

• fogey A dull person (especially an old man) who is behind the times, holding antiquated, over-conservative views.

fossil — full definition

1. noun The preserved remains or traces of an ancient plant or animal, usually turned to stone over time.
2. noun Something (or someone) seen as extremely old-fashioned or outdated.

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