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musk (n)
an odorous glandular secretion from the male musk deer; used as a perfume fixative
the scent of a greasy glandular secretion from the male musk deer
musk (n.)
A substance of a reddish brown color, and when fresh of the consistence of honey, obtained from a bag being behind the navel of the male musk deer. It has a slightly bitter taste, but is specially remarkable for its powerful and enduring odor. It is used in medicine as a stimulant antispasmodic. The term is also applied to secretions of various other animals, having a similar odor.
The musk deer. See deer (below).
The perfume emitted by musk, or any perfume somewhat similar.
The musk plant (Mimulus moschatus).
A plant of the genus Erodium (E. moschatum); -- called also musky heron's-bill.
A plant of the genus Muscari; grape hyacinth.
musk (v. t.)
To perfume with musk.
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Musk
an odorous glandular secretion from the male musk deer; used as a perfume fixative, the scent of a greasy glandular secretion from the male musk deerA substance
fragrance,Incense,smell,perfume,Scent,smell,whiff,aroma,Attar,fragrance
No antonyms found.
musjid => mosque, musit => music, musingly => musingly, musing => musing, musimon => Mouflon,
