plural of minx

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of minx

(transitive, intransitive) Used transitively when followed by it: to behave like a minx, that is, in a flirtatious and impudent manner.

obsolete spelling of mink (“any of various semi-aquatic, carnivorous mammals in the Mustelinae subfamily”).

A flirtatious, impudent, or pert young woman. / (derogatory, dated) A promiscuous woman; also, a mistress (“the other woman in an extramarital relationship”) or a prostitute. / (obsolete) A pet dog.

present participle of minx

simple past tense and past participle of minx

Like a minx.

Like a minx.

(obsolete, humorous) A supposed title given to a woman thought to be acting like a minx (usually with possessive adjective).