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sasquatch

SASK-woch
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Sasquatch (noun) means a large, hairy, ape-like creature said to roam the forests of the Pacific Northwest; also called Bigfoot. Example: “Local legend claims a sasquatch lives deep in the mountains.”

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A large, hairy, ape-like creature said to roam the forests of the Pacific Northwest; also called Bigfoot.
"Local legend claims a sasquatch lives deep in the mountains."
"Tourists came hoping to spot the sasquatch."

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In plain EnglishA legendary hairy giant said to live in North American forests — the same creature as Bigfoot.

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Local legend claims a _____ lives deep in the mountains.

Etymology

Borrowed from Halkomelem (a Coast Salish language), sásq'ets, meaning "hairy man."

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What does “sasquatch” mean?
The word “sasquatch” means a large, hairy, ape-like creature said to roam the forests of the Pacific Northwest; also called Bigfoot. In plain terms, a legendary hairy giant said to live in North American forests — the same creature as Bigfoot.
How do you pronounce “sasquatch”?
“Sasquatch” is pronounced SASK-woch (/ˈsæskwɑt͡ʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “sasquatch” in a sentence?
Here is “sasquatch” used in a sentence: “Local legend claims a sasquatch lives deep in the mountains.”
What part of speech is “sasquatch”?
“Sasquatch” is a noun.

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