taxidermy
taxidermy Lexical Profile
taxidermy Game Scores & Validity
• noun
The art or craft of preparing, stuffing, and mounting the skins of dead animals so that they retain a lifelike appearance for display or scientific study.
"The natural history museum is famous for its detailed dioramas featuring historical taxidermy."
An animal specimen or collection of specimens that have been preserved and mounted using this craft.
"The rustic cabin was decorated with antique fishing gear and vintage taxidermy."
• verb
To preserve, stuff, and mount the skin of a dead animal for display or study.
"The museum curator hired a specialist to taxidermy the rare bird specimen for the avian exhibit."
Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the early 19th century from French 'taxidermie', derived from the Ancient Greek 'taxis' (meaning 'arrangement') and 'derma' (meaning 'skin').