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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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askewout of line : at an angle
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
acumenkeenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters
quaffto drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously
pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs
confluencea coming or flowing together, meeting, or gathering at one point
furtivedone in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious
schematicof or relating to a scheme or schema
coincorner
nuancea subtle distinction or variation