Ornithological
adjective
Related to the scientific study of birds.
He has a strong ornithological interest and spends much of his free time birdwatching.

Often appears as...
- ornithological study
- ornithological interest
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Academic
adjective
Related to the scientific study of birds.
He has a strong ornithological interest and spends much of his free time birdwatching.

Often appears as...
- ornithological study
- ornithological interest
Usage tips
Academic
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Specialized Term
Used in science, particularly biology, when discussing birds.

She published an ornithological paper on the migratory patterns of swallows.
Context Specific
Most appropriate in academic or birdwatching contexts, not in casual conversation.

The ornithological survey revealed new species in the rainforest.
Scientific Jargon
May be unfamiliar to general audiences; clarity may require additional explanation.

He's known for his contributions to ornithological research.
Compare with
avian
Video examples
Palenque and the Ancient...
anyway he was a naturalist Audubon wrote about him a chapter in autobahns ornithological biography says is titled the eccentric naturalist that's this guy this guy was a guest a houseguest of
Video examples
Palenque and the Ancient...
anyway he was a naturalist Audubon wrote about him a chapter in autobahns ornithological biography says is titled the eccentric naturalist that's this guy this guy was a guest a houseguest of
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Quote examples
Clark M. Clifford
American Public Servant
I am not conscious of falling under any of those ornithological divisions.

Quote examples
Clark M. Clifford
American Public Servant
I am not conscious of falling under any of those ornithological divisions.

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