Lynx

Pronunciation: /lɪŋks/

Definitions of lynx

noun a wild cat with yellowish-brown fur and tufted ears, found chiefly in the northern latitudes of North America and Eurasia

Example Sentences

A1 The lynx is a wild cat with tufted ears.

A2 Lynxes are known for their stealthy hunting abilities.

B1 The lynx population has been declining due to habitat loss.

B2 Researchers are studying the behavior of lynxes in the wild.

C1 Conservation efforts are being made to protect the lynx species.

C2 The lynx's fur is highly prized in the fashion industry.

Examples of lynx in a Sentence

formal The lynx is a solitary wild cat known for its beautiful fur and tufted ears.

informal I heard there's a lynx sighting in the forest near our town!

slang That lynx is one cool cat, man.

figurative She stalked her prey with the stealth of a lynx.

Grammatical Forms of lynx

• past tense: lynxed
• plural: lynxes
• comparative: more lynx
• superlative: most lynx
• present tense: lynx
• future tense: will lynx
• perfect tense: have lynxed
• continuous tense: is lynxing
• singular: lynx
• positive degree: lynx
• infinitive: to lynx
• gerund: lynxing
• participle: lynxing

Origin and Evolution of lynx

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'lynx' originated from the Greek word 'lynx' which referred to the wildcat.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'lynx' has continued to refer to the wildcat species, particularly the Eurasian lynx and the North American bobcat.