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What is Skookum?

A skookum is a variety of mountain giant or monster similar to the Sasquatch or Bigfoot. Skookums were bad spirits of which crows, eagles, owls, blue jays, various beasts and reptiles could be representations. They could inhabit people and cause serious illness.

It also has a range of positive meanings. The word can mean 'good', 'strong', 'best', 'powerful', 'ultimate', or 'brave'. Something can be skookum meaning 'really good', 'right on!', or 'excellent!' Things can also be skookum meaning 'tough' or 'durable.' When used in reference to another person, e.g. "he's skookum," it conveys connotations of trustworthiness, reliability and honesty as well as (but not necessarily) strength and size. Being called skookum may also mean that someone can be counted on as reliable and hard-working, or is big and strong.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skookum