“Minks” or “Minx”

Overview

minks / minx are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

minks: (noun) the expensive fur of a mink. (noun) fur coat made from the soft lustrous fur of minks. (noun) slender-bodied semiaquatic mammal having partially webbed feet; valued for its fur.

minx: NA

Pronunciation

minks: m·IH·ng·k·s

minx: NA

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Examples in Context

Examples of “minks”

…soft heart under her bad-girl exterior."
Mink's mother, Jill, arrived in May.
…Territory during the American Civil War.
…Fe, New Mexico, July 20, 1861.
Mink's Independent Cavalry Company

Examples of “minx”

…by Toyah on her album Minx.
…were the Austin A40, Hillman Minx and the newly introduced Renault…

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