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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WordMeaning
rivetinghaving the power to fix the attention : engrossing
reaperone that reaps
reeksmoke
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
dinghya small boat carried on or towed behind a larger boat as a tender or a lifeboat
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
allureto entice by charm or attraction
idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
fanfarea short and lively sounding of trumpets
abysmalimmeasurably low or wretched : extremely poor or bad