Definition of zookeeper
:one who maintains or cares for animals in a zoo
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J.J.’s long-time zookeeper, Suzanne Husband, shared that the orangutan loved visiting with toddlers and was a little bit of a TV addict.
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Everyone — CEOs, chefs, comics, mail carriers, mayors, magicians, principals, pet store owners, power brokers, actors and zookeepers — needs to stand up and be heard and fight for America.
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This extraordinary adventure takes you behind the scenes and inside the everyday life of a zookeeper.
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On Saturday, zookeepers reported symptoms of lethargy for Romulus, who received an emergency veterinary exam.
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The annual event features beers from dozens of craft breweries, live music, zookeeper talks, and a few animal encounters.
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Under the care of a zookeeper, an ocelot may live about 20 years, thanks to routine exams and a proper diet, Nill said.
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Zookeepers raised exactly 5,635 tadpoles — offspring of the endangered Puerto Rican crested toad, according to a news release.
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Zookeepers recently captured a behind-the-scenes video of Zola having an absolute blast in a small pool.
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First Known Use of zookeeper
1924
ZOOKEEPER Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of zookeeper for English Language Learners
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: a person who takes care of the animals in a zoo
ZOOKEEPER Defined for Kids
zookeeper
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Definition of zookeeper for Students
:a person who cares for animals in a zoo
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