Definition

Noun: * A large wild cat species: "Lynx lynx" is the scientific name for the Eurasian lynx, a medium-sized wild cat native to forested regions of northern Europe and Asia. It is characterized by its tufted ears, short tail, and long legs with large, furry paws.

Usage

• The term "Lynx lynx" is used primarily in scientific, zoological, or formal contexts to specify this particular species. In everyday language, it is more commonly called the "Eurasian lynx."
• It functions as a singular noun. The plural form is "Lynx lynx" (the scientific name does not change).

Examples

• Scientific Context:
  • The study focused on the population density of Lynx lynx in the Scandinavian boreal forest.
  • Genetic analysis confirmed the captured animal was a pure Lynx lynx, not a hybrid.
• General/Descriptive Context:
  • Lynx lynx is the largest of the four lynx species.
  • The main prey for Lynx lynx in this region is the roe deer.

Advanced Usage

• Binomial Nomenclature: "Lynx lynx" is an example of a binomial name, where the first part () is the genus and the second part () is the specific epithet. When written, it is conventionally italicized.
  • The paper discussed the phylogenetic relationship between Lynx lynx and Lynx canadensis.

Variants and Related Words

• Eurasian lynx (n): The common English name for .
• Lynx (n): The general common name for the genus, which includes several species (e.g., Eurasian lynx, Canada lynx, Iberian lynx, bobcat).
• Felid (n): A member of the cat family (Felidae), which includes .

Synonyms

• Eurasian lynx

Different Meanings

• The word "lynx" alone (not "Lynx lynx") can refer to the genus, any of the four lynx species, or figuratively to someone with very sharp eyesight.
• "Lynx lynx" refers specifically and exclusively to the Eurasian lynx species.

Noun

1. of northern Eurasia