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plastotype

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[plas-tuh-tahyp] / ˈplæs təˌtaɪp /

noun

a casting of a type specimen, especially of a fossil.

Etymology

Origin of plastotype

< Greek plast ( ós ) molded ( -plast ) + -o- + -type

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