esfinge

Definitions of esfinge
  1. noun
    any of various moths with long narrow forewings capable of powerful flight and hovering over flowers to feed
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    types:
    calavera
    European hawkmoth with markings on the back resembling a human skull
    type of:
    falena, mariposa, mariposa nocturna, palomilla, polilla
    typically crepuscular or nocturnal insect having a stout body and feathery or hairlike antennae
  2. noun
    one of a number of large stone statues with the body of a lion and the head of a man that were built by the ancient Egyptians
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    type of:
    estatua
    a sculpture representing a human or animal
  3. noun
    an inscrutable person who keeps his thoughts and intentions secret
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    type of:
    alma, humano, individuo, mortal, persona, ser humano
    a human being
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