Words Unravelled with RobWords and Jess Zafarris

What does 'chupacabra' literally mean? | CRYPTIDS & MYTHICAL BEASTS

Dec 17, 2025

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Jess and Rob are exploring the etymological origins of mythical beasts and cryptids.
🐺 What does "Chupacabra" mean?
🦑 Why are we getting the name "Kraken" wrong?
🐉 What animal was the original "dragon"?
These questions answered – and many more besides – in another Words Unravelled.

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