douroucouli

Meanings

• noun

  A mythical being from Haitian folklore, described as having long, thin arms and legs, and the ability to fly.

  - "The Douroucouli is said to have saved many lives during hurricanes by carrying people to safety."
  - "In Haitian folklore, the Douroucouli is believed to bring good fortune to those who encounter it."
  - "Descriptions of the Douroucouli vary, but most agree that it has long, thin limbs and can fly."

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Synonyms

night monkey , owl monkey

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Variants

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douroucouli , douroucoulis , owl monkey , owl monkeys

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Etymology

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The origin of the name Douroucouli is uncertain, but it is believed to come from the Taíno language, meaning 'he who flies through the air'.

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Trivia

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1. The Douroucouli is also known as the 'Flying Man of Haiti'.

2. Some believe that the Douroucouli is a protector of children and will carry them to safety during natural disasters.

3. In some versions of the myth, the Douroucouli is said to have webbed feet instead of wings.

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Related Concepts

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1. Loup-Garou: Another mythical being from Haitian folklore, similar to the Douroucouli but with the ability to transform into a wolf.

2. Mami Wata: A water spirit from West African and Caribbean folklore, often depicted as a mermaid or a woman with the ability to transform into a fish.

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Culture

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The Douroucouli is an important figure in Haitian folklore and is often depicted in art, literature, and music. It is believed to have both positive and negative powers and is often invoked during religious ceremonies.

How to Memorize "douroucouli"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a long, thin creature with wings, flying through the air.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the Douroucouli with the ability to fly and the long, thin limbs of a spider.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'Douroucouli' by associating it with the word 'Fly-ou-lou'.

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