1. plural of hyrax; small, furry mammals native to Africa and the Middle East that resemble rodents but are actually most closely related to elephants

Examples

• The hyraxes sunned themselves on the rocky outcrop.
• Despite their small size, hyraxes are surprisingly related to elephants.
• We spotted several hyraxes living in the cliff crevices.
• The zoo’s hyraxes were active during the cooler morning hours.
• Hyraxes communicate with each other through various vocalizations.
• The guide explained that hyraxes are herbivores that feed on plants and leaves.