Definitions for: Taxidermy


[n] the art of mounting the skins of animals so that they have lifelike appearance



Webster (1913) Definition: Tax"i*der`my, n. [Gr. ta`xis an arranging,
arrangement (fr. ta`ssein to arrange) + ? a skin, from ? to
skin: cf. F. taxidermie. See Tactics, Tear, v. t.]
The art of preparing, preserving, and mounting the skins of
animals so as to represent their natural appearance, as for
cabinets.

See Also: art, artistry, prowess

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