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hexafoos

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hex·​a·​foos | \ ˈheksəˌfüs \
plural hexafoos

Definition of hexafoos

: a three-toed or triangular mark put on some Pennsylvania barns to keep evil spirits from the cattle or for decoration

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History and Etymology for hexafoos

Pennsylvania German hexefuss, from hex witch + fuss foot (from Old High German fuoz)

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“Hexafoos.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hexafoos. Accessed 25 Jan. 2022.

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