French translation of taxidermy is 
taxidermie

Meaning of "taxidermy" in English

Taxidermy refers to the art and science of preparing, stuffing, and mounting the skins of animals for display or study. This practice involves preserving the outer appearance of an animal, often for museum exhibitions or personal collections. Skilled taxidermists strive to recreate lifelike poses and expressions, transforming specimens into educational or decorative pieces. This craft traditionally includes birds, mammals, fish, and reptiles, serving both aesthetic and scientific purposes.

Meaning of "taxidermie" in French

Taxidermie is the French term for the practice of preserving an animal's body for the purposes of display or study. Much like its English counterpart, it involves the careful preparation and mounting of animal skins to maintain their lifelike appearance. This technique is primarily used in museums or by private collectors who seek to showcase animals in their natural forms. The process requires a thorough understanding of anatomy and artistic skill to produce realistic representations.

Pronunciation of "taxidermy" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈtæksɪˌdɜːrmi/

Pronunciation Variations: Generally consistent across English-speaking regions, though minor variations in stress or vowel quality can occur.

Pronunciation of "taxidermie" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /taksidɛʁmi/

Pronunciation Variations: French pronunciation is typically uniform with slight regional accents, especially in Quebec.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The museum's taxidermy exhibit attracted many visitors. (L'exposition de taxidermie du musée a attiré de nombreux visiteurs.)
2. Taxidermy allows for educational displays of rare animal species. (La taxidermie permet des expositions éducatives d'espèces animales rares.)
3. Many hunters use taxidermy to commemorate their experiences. (De nombreux chasseurs utilisent la taxidermie pour commémorer leurs expériences.)
4. The art of taxidermy requires significant skill and patience. (L'art de la taxidermie nécessite une grande habileté et patience.)
5. Taxidermy plays a crucial role in natural history museums. (La taxidermie joue un rôle crucial dans les musées d'histoire naturelle.)
6. He learned taxidermy from his father, a skilled craftsman. (Il a appris la taxidermie de son père, un artisan talentueux.)
7. The taxidermy workshop offered courses for beginners. (L'atelier de taxidermie a offert des cours pour débutants.)
8. The wildlife display was enhanced by realistic taxidermy. (La présentation de la faune a été enrichie par une taxidermie réaliste.)
9. Taxidermy emphasizes both biological accuracy and artistic detail. (La taxidermie met l'accent sur l'exactitude biologique et le détail artistique.)
10. Many are fascinated by the intricate process of taxidermy. (Beaucoup sont fascinés par le processus complexe de la taxidermie.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "taxidermy" in English

Synonyms: mounting, preservation, stuffing, embalming, conservation.

Antonyms: destruction, dismantling, decomposition, neglect, decay.

Similar Words: zoology, entomology, anatomy, museum curation, specimen preparation.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "taxidermie" in French

Synonyms: empaillage, naturalisation, conservation.

Antonyms: destruction, démantèlement, négligence.

Similar Words: zoologie, entomologie, anatomie, conservation des spécimens.

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