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    cryptid
    /ˈkrɪptɪd/

    noun

    • 1. an animal whose existence or survival is disputed or unsubstantiated, such as the yeti.

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishCRYPTID | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    a creature that is found in stories and that some people believe exists or say they have seen, but that has never been proved to exist: Bigfoot or Sasquatch is a large, hairy, human-like cryptid particularly associated with the Pacific Northwest of North America.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › cryptidCryptid Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    A cryptid is an animal that has been claimed to exist but never proven to exist, such as Sasquatch or the Loch Ness Monster. Learn more about the origin, usage and examples of this word from Merriam-Webster dictionary.

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  5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › List_of_cryptidsList of cryptids - Wikipedia

    Cryptids are animals that cryptozoologists believe may exist somewhere in the wild, but whose present existence is disputed or unsubstantiated by science. Cryptozoology is a pseudoscience, which primarily looks at anecdotal stories, and other claims rejected by the scientific community.

  6. www.cryptidophilia.com › what-is-a-cryptidCryptids 101 - The Ultimate Guide (With Cryptid List)

    What Is A Cryptid? A cryptid is an animal or creature that people believe is real but there is no solid proof or scientific evidence available to prove that it does actually exist. Cryptids form the basis of the field of Cryptozoology which formalizes the study of these strange creatures, what they are, and whether they are real.

  7. science.howstuffworks.com › strange-creatures › cryptidsFrom Bigfoot to Nessie, There's a Cryptid for Every Nagging Fear

    Aug 15, 2023 · Cryptids are animals whose existence is unproven by science, such as Bigfoot, Nessie and the Jersey Devil. Learn about 12 famous cryptids and their origins, sightings and impact on pop culture.

  8. www.smorescience.com › what-exactly-are-cryptidsWhat Exactly Are Cryptids? - Smore Science Magazine

    Jun 20, 2024 · Cryptids, a term derived from the Greek ‘krypto’ meaning hidden, refer to animals or beings whose existence is suggested but not proven scientifically. From the Loch Ness Monster to Bigfoot, these mysterious entities captivate our imagination and provoke endless debate.

  9. exemplore.com › cryptids › What-Are-Cryptids-and-Do-They-ExistWhat Are Cryptids? Do They Exist? - Exemplore

    Jul 26, 2021 · This article seeks to answer the question: What are cryptids and do they actually exist? Read on for the answers to these and other cryptozoology questions.