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minx

Pronunciation: /mɪŋks/
Definition of minx

noun

humorous or derogatory
  • an impudent, cunning, or boldly flirtatious girl or young woman: you saucy little minx!

Derivatives

minxish

adjective

minxy

adjective

Origin:

mid 16th century (denoting a pet dog): of unknown origin

minx in other Oxford dictionaries

Definition of minx in the US English dictionary
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