The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word BOBCATS
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The straight part
We know that "Lynxes" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case lynxes = bobcats.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does BOBCATS mean?
BOBCATS noun- A North American wild cat, Lynx rufus, having tufted ears and a short tail.
- A multi-purpose construction vehicle, akin to a smaller version of a front-end loader or a backhoe (backhoe loader), with a one-man caged control cabin