GRE Word List

ORNITHOLOGIST

a branch of zoology dealing with birds

The meaning of the word ornithologist is a branch of zoology dealing with birds.

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nefariousflagrantly wicked or impious : evil
angularforming an angle : sharp-cornered
drossthe scum or unwanted material that forms on the surface of molten metal
rambleto move aimlessly from place to place
wearyexhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness
screecha high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror
skittishlively or frisky in action : capricious
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
syntheticrelating to or involving synthesis : not analytic
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal