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Bigfoot

Big·foot [ bíg ft ] (plural Big·foots)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. legendary humanoid of NW America: a large hairy humanoid said to live in the wilderness areas of northwestern North America, and described as standing 2-3 m (7-10 ft) tall

2. established expert: a well-known and highly respected expert in a field

3. powerful journalist: a powerful journalist employed by a large newspaper, network, or news syndicate ( slang )

[Mid-20th century. < the size of the footprints it is said to leave]
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