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lynxlike — ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ adjective : resembling a lynx especially in alertness … Useful english dictionary
lynx — lynxlike, adj. /lingks/, n., pl. lynxes, (esp. collectively) lynx for 1, gen. Lyncis /lin sis/ for 2. 1. any of several wildcats of the genus Lynx (or Felis), having long limbs, a short tail, and usually tufted ears, esp. L. lynx (Ca … Universalium
Chaus — Cha us, n. (Zo[ o]l.) a lynxlike animal of Asia and Africa ({Lynx Lybicus}). [1913 Webster] || … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Lynx Lybicus — Chaus Cha us, n. (Zo[ o]l.) a lynxlike animal of Asia and Africa ({Lynx Lybicus}). [1913 Webster] || … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
lyncean — /lin see euhn/, adj. 1. of or pertaining to a lynx; lynxlike. 2. lynx eyed; sharp sighted. [ < L lynce(us) sharp sighted ( < Gk lýnkeios like a lynx, equiv. to lynk , s. of lýnx LYNX + eios adj. suffix) + AN] * * * … Universalium
feline — adj 1. catlike, lynxlike, leonine; graceful, slinky, seductive, sensual. 2. cunning, crafty, canny, sly; artful, designing, wily, tricky; subtle, insidious, treacherous, stealthy, sneaking, sneaky, pussy footing … A Note on the Style of the synonym finder
lynx — n. 1 a medium sized cat, Felis lynx, with short tail, spotted fur, and tufted ear tips. 2 its fur. Phrases and idioms: lynx eyed keen sighted. Derivatives: lynxlike adj. Etymology: ME f. L f. Gk lugx … Useful english dictionary