1. Misspelling: It could be a misspelling of a real word. Could you double-check the spelling?
2. Slang or Dialect: It might be a slang term or a word specific to a certain region or group. Could you provide more context?
3. Made-up Word: It's possible it's a made-up word, perhaps created for a fictional story or specific situation.
To help me understand what you're looking for, please provide:
* Where did you encounter this word? (e.g., book, movie, conversation)
* What was the context? (e.g., what was being discussed?)
With more information, I can try to figure out what "shuntego" might mean.