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Lyell

Proper Noun / ˌlaɪˈel / Another word for lyell — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Lyell is a proper noun that refers to a Scottish geologist named Charles Lyell.

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geologist scientist naturalist paleontologist scholar academic researcher intellectual thinker authority expert savant specialist sage erudite

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  1. Charles Lyell studied rocks and fossils to understand the history of the Earth.
  2. The geologist Charles Lyell wrote a famous book called Principles of Geology.
  3. Charles Lyells work helped establish the concept of uniformitarianism in geology.
  4. The scientist Charles Lyell made important contributions to the field of earth science.
  5. Charles Lyells research on fossils helped him understand how life on Earth has changed over time.

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