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musk definition and meaning

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.
n. The musk deer. See Musk deer (below).
n. The perfume emitted by musk, or any perfume somewhat similar.
n. The musk plant (Mimulus moschatus).
n. A plant of the genus Erodium (E. moschatum); -- called also musky heron's-bill.
n. A plant of the genus Muscari; grape hyacinth.
v. t. To perfume with musk.

Crossword clues for musk

- A perfume ingredient
- Deer secretion used in perfumery
- Perfume ingredient