\ ˈsfiŋ(k)s 
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\ plural sphynx or sphynxes
Definition of sphynx
: any of a breed of large-eared virtually hairless cats that originated as a spontaneous mutation
Examples of sphynx in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web Some people seek out cat breeds with reputations for being hypoallergenic, such as Siberians, Cornish rexes and sphynx.
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Kim Campbell Thornton, sacbee, "Cats’ quirks? Read about breeds," 27 June 2018 In person, Bettany is thoughtful and forthright, alternating between statue-still, sphynx-like observations from behind tinted glasses and leaning-forward non-negotiable philosophies.
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Tom Philip, GQ, "Solo’s Paul Bettany Doesn’t Believe in Chemistry," 29 May 2018 The dogs are starving out the cats, and a couple of sphynx supremacists are pushing for total war.
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Alexis Soloski, New York Times, "Review: ‘Locked Up’ and in for a Ruff Night," 8 Mar. 2018
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The first known use of sphynx was in 1970
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