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bestiary

noun [C]
 
 
/ˈbes.ti.ə.ri/ US  /-er.i/

Definition

a book written in the Middle Ages containing descriptions of real and imaginary animals, intended to teach morals and to entertainMiddle Ages (medieval Period) 501-1500Kinds of books
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