lynx
Cross references: 1. canada lynx lynx \'lin(k)s\ n or lynx or lynx.es [L, fr. Gk; akin to OE lox lynx, Gk leukos white - more at LIG] pl HT : any of various wildcats with relatively long legs, a short stubby tail, mottled coat, and often tufted ears : as : the common lynx (Lynx lynx) of northern Europe and Asia : BOBCAT : a No. American lynx (L. canadensis) with soft fur and large padded feet