cryptozoology
noun
cryp·to·zo·ol·o·gy
ˌkrip-tə-zō-ˈä-lə-jē 
-zə-ˈwä-
: the study of and search for animals and especially legendary animals (such as Sasquatch) usually in order to evaluate the possibility of their existence
Examples of cryptozoology in a Sentence
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Milwaukee County Zoo summer camps The Zoological Society of Milwaukee offers a variety of summer day camp options at the Milwaukee County Zoo, from their stroller safaris for babies and their caregivers, to classes for teenagers who are interested in things like cryptozoology and renewable energy.
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Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 25 May 2023
Here zoology and cryptozoology part ways.
—Kyle Hill, Discover Magazine, 1 Oct. 2013
Skipping cryptozoology’s usual sensationalism, Abominable separates history and folklore from hoaxes and fakelore.
—Breanna Draxler, Discover Magazine, 22 Oct. 2013
The analysis was the most sophisticated to date but — spoiler alert — the results won't thrill cryptozoology fans.
—Gemma Tarlach, Discover Magazine, 28 Nov. 2017
Speakers will discuss demonology, ghosts, UFOs, monsters, urban legends and cryptozoology.
—Susan Dunne, Hartford Courant, 29 Sep. 2022
The Hall of Unnatural History is dominated by cryptozoology, or the study of fantastical creatures such as chupacabras, jackalopes, leprechauns, Mothmen, Bigfoot, dragons, windagos.
—Susan Dunne, Hartford Courant, 29 Sep. 2022
In recent years, his work began attracting attention from cryptozoology researchers, including those looking for Bigfoot.
—Matt Blitz, Popular Mechanics, 29 Mar. 2022
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Amy Schwabe, Journal Sentinel, 25 May 2023
Here zoology and cryptozoology part ways.
—Kyle Hill, Discover Magazine, 1 Oct. 2013
Skipping cryptozoology’s usual sensationalism, Abominable separates history and folklore from hoaxes and fakelore.
—Breanna Draxler, Discover Magazine, 22 Oct. 2013
The analysis was the most sophisticated to date but — spoiler alert — the results won't thrill cryptozoology fans.
—Gemma Tarlach, Discover Magazine, 28 Nov. 2017
Speakers will discuss demonology, ghosts, UFOs, monsters, urban legends and cryptozoology.
—Susan Dunne, Hartford Courant, 29 Sep. 2022
The Hall of Unnatural History is dominated by cryptozoology, or the study of fantastical creatures such as chupacabras, jackalopes, leprechauns, Mothmen, Bigfoot, dragons, windagos.
—Susan Dunne, Hartford Courant, 29 Sep. 2022
In recent years, his work began attracting attention from cryptozoology researchers, including those looking for Bigfoot.
—Matt Blitz, Popular Mechanics, 29 Mar. 2022
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Word History
First Known Use
1968, in the meaning defined above
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“Cryptozoology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cryptozoology. Accessed 28 Sep. 2023.
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