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zookeeper

noun zoo·keep·er \ˈzü-ˌkē-pər\

: a person who takes care of the animals in a zoo

Full Definition of ZOOKEEPER

:  one who maintains or cares for animals in a zoo
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First Known Use of ZOOKEEPER

1924
ZOOKEEPER Defined for Kids

zookeeper

noun zoo·keep·er \ˈzü-ˌkē-pər\

Definition of ZOOKEEPER for Kids

:  a person who cares for animals in a zoo

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