# snallygaster

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈsnɑlɪˌɡɑːstə/

## Definitions
1. In American folklore, a dragon-like beast said to inhabit central Maryland and neighbouring regions.

## Etymology
Probably a modification of Pennsylvania German schnelle Geeschter (“quick ghost”).

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/snallygaster