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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

taxidermy

/tæksɪdərmi/ noun · British & US
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What does taxidermy mean?

noun

The art of preserving and mounting the skins of animals, especially mammals, for display or study. The practice of stuffing and mounting the skins of animals, especially for decorative purposes.

Example

"The taxidermy on display at the museum was incredibly lifelike."

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