Meaning of the word taxidermy in English

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taxidermy

US /ˈtæk.sɪ.dɝː.mi/
UK /ˈtæk.sɪ.dɜː.mi/
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Noun

the art of preparing, stuffing, and mounting the skins of animals with lifelike effect

Example:
He has a keen interest in taxidermy and has several mounted deer heads.
The museum features a collection of Victorian taxidermy.