Ornithological

usgb/ˌɔːrnɪθəˈlɑːdʒɪkl/
adjective

Related to the scientific study of birds.

He has a strong ornithological interest and spends much of his free time birdwatching.
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  • ornithological study
  • ornithological interest

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Academic

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Specialized Term

Used in science, particularly biology, when discussing birds.

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She published an ornithological paper on the migratory patterns of swallows.
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Context Specific

Most appropriate in academic or birdwatching contexts, not in casual conversation.

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The ornithological survey revealed new species in the rainforest.
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Scientific Jargon

May be unfamiliar to general audiences; clarity may require additional explanation.

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He's known for his contributions to ornithological research.
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