bestiarist

/ˌbɛstɪˈɛrɪst/ BES-ti-er-ist

Definitions

1. noun

A writer who describes or catalogues animals, especially one who writes about exotic or wild animals.

“The medieval bestiarist wrote a comprehensive guide to the creatures of the world.”

Synonyms

  • naturalist
  • zoolist

Antonyms

  • abolist
  • species eradicator