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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nourishnurture
effeminatehaving feminine qualities untypical of a man : not manly in appearance or manner
sublimeto cause to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state and condense back to solid form
deviouswandering
preeminenthaving paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding
fathoma unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water
outwitto get the better of by superior cleverness : outsmart
aridexcessively dry
expertisethe skill of an expert
behooveto be necessary, proper, or advantageous for