coprolites

Definition of coprolitesnext
plural of coprolite

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coprolites
droppings
Noun
  • The fungus comes from soil that is contaminated with bird or bat droppings, according to state officials.
    Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 21 Jan. 2026
  • In turn, the plant absorbs nutrients from the insects’ droppings.
    Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026
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“Coprolites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coprolites. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.

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