Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bandersnatch
Noun
/ˈbændərsnætʃ/

Definition
A fictional creature from Lewis Carroll’s poem ‘The Hunting of the Snark’, known for its unpredictable behavior.

Examples
- In the story, the bandersnatch is described as a fearsome creature.
- He moved like a bandersnatch through the crowded room, catching everyone’s attention.

Meaning
In a broader context, it often refers to a wild, unpredictable, or elusive person or thing.

Synonyms
- mythical creature
- elusive entity