zookeeper

noun

zoo·​keep·​er ˈzü-ˌkē-pər How to pronounce zookeeper (audio)
: one who maintains or cares for animals in a zoo

Examples of zookeeper in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Johnson dreams of a future as a veterinarian or zookeeper, and said her role with the zoo helps prepare her for that. Bailey Schulz, USA TODAY, 21 July 2024 But she and zookeepers at the Ayutthaya Elephant Palace and Royal Kraal were shocked when a second calf emerged. Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 15 June 2024 Watch the video above to see the sweet teaching moment between Zoe and her zookeeper. Emilee Coblentz, USA TODAY, 11 Apr. 2024 On June 8, zookeepers posted a warning on social media telling visitors not to bring in human snacks because an animal had recently choked on a patron’s food. Olivia Lloyd, Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for zookeeper 

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Word History

First Known Use

1886, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of zookeeper was in 1886

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“Zookeeper.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zookeeper. Accessed 27 Jul. 2024.

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zookeeper

noun
zoo·​keep·​er -ˌkē-pər How to pronounce zookeeper (audio)
: a person who keeps or cares for animals in a zoo
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