Sphinx (noun)

1. A mythical creature with the head of a human and the body of a lion, known for posing riddles.
2. A statue or carving of a sphinx.

Origin:

From the greek word "sphinx" which means "strangler" or "tight-laced". it is also refers to the mythical creature with the head of a human and the body of a lion.

Examples:

1. The ancient Egyptians built many sphinx statues to guard their temples.
2. The Sphinx is one of the most famous monuments from ancient Egypt.
3. The Sphinx posed a riddle to travelers, "What walks on four legs in the morning, two legs in the afternoon, and three legs in the evening?".
4. The sphinx is a symbol of wisdom and mystery.
5. The sphinx is a mythical creature that is part lion and part human.