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zookeeper

American  
[zoo-kee-per] / ˈzuˌki pər /

noun

  1. a person who feeds and tends animals in a zoo.


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Etymology

Origin of zookeeper

First recorded in 1920–25; zoo + keeper

Example Sentences

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"It's clear who won!" one zookeeper exclaimed excitedly.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

“It’s not as messy as ‘Tiger King’ was,” said Josh Webb, a zookeeper there from April to November of 2025.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Everything begins to change for Camille when a new zookeeper, Sailor, arrives on the island.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 8, 2025

“She’s become a bit of a national treasure,” one zookeeper said.

From Salon • Jul. 13, 2025

Here, our bon voyage had a definite CO flavor: “You’re the zookeeper now,” said Officer Luther.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover

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