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cryptid

|cryp-tid|

/ˈkrɪptɪd/

hidden creature

Etymology

Etymology Information

'cryptid' originates from the Greek word 'kryptos,' meaning 'hidden.'

Historical Evolution

'kryptos' transformed into the modern English word 'cryptid' to describe hidden or unknown animals.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'hidden,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an undiscovered or unverified animal.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an animal whose existence or survival is disputed or unsubstantiated, such as the Loch Ness Monster or Bigfoot.

Many people believe that the Yeti is a cryptid that roams the Himalayas.

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Last updated: 2025/05/20 11:00