Yowie

//ˈjaʊwi// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An ape-like monster or animal said to exist in parts of eastern Australia. Australia

    "The white population claimed that an escaped panther from a travelling circus was the culprit; others thought that a Yowie was responsible."

Example

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"The white population claimed that an escaped panther from a travelling circus was the culprit; others thought that a Yowie was responsible."

Etymology

Borrowed from Gamilaraay yuwi (“dream spirit”).

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