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HERPETOLOGIST

a branch of zoology dealing with reptiles and amphibians

The meaning of the word herpetologist is a branch of zoology dealing with reptiles and amphibians.

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chameleonany of a family (Chamaeleontidae) of chiefly arboreal (see arboreal
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transpireto take place : go on
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
headstrongnot easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions
perpetualcontinuing forever : everlasting
affrontto insult especially to the face by behavior or language
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