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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disdaina feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn
fashionthe prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique
interveneto occur, fall, or come between points of time or events
manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff
coincorner
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
accessoryan object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else