taxidermic

/ˌtæksɪˈdrɛmɪk/ or /ˌtæksɪˈdɛrˌmɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling taxidermy, especially in an unpleasant or unnatural way

“The taxidermic pose of the museum’s exhibit seemed unsettling to the visitors.”

2. noun

a taxidermic pose or arrangement, especially one that is unnatural or artificial

“The artist’s taxidermic sculpture of a deer in a swimming pool sparked controversy.”

Synonyms

  • stuffed
  • taxidermied

Antonyms

  • alive
  • natural