Definitions

1. noun

A person who takes care of, or is responsible for, a menagerie; a person who collects, manages, or maintains a collection of wild or exotic animals.

“The wealthy aristocrat was known as a menagerist for his vast collection of rare and exotic animals at his estate.”

2. noun

A person who is fond of or has a collection of wild or exotic animals, especially one who keeps them in a private zoo or menagerie.

“As a young boy, he was fascinated by animals and became a menagerist, breeding and collecting various species in his backyard.”