A short form of female given names ending in -lyn, such as Evelyn and Carolyn; also used as a formal middle name.

Alternative form of linn (“waterfall”)

Suffix forming female given names

plural of lyn

Any of several medium-sized wild cats, mostly of the genus Lynx.

To execute (somebody) without a proper legal trial or procedure, especially by hanging and backed by a mob.

Alternative form of linch

A group of vigilantes intent on lynching someone.

Execution of a person by mob action without due process of law, especially by hanging.

present participle of lynch