Musk

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1. Noun

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.

2. Noun

The musk deer. See Musk deer (below).

3. Noun

The perfume emitted by musk, or any perfume somewhat similar.

4. Noun

The musk plant (Mimulus moschatus).

5. Noun

A plant of the genus Erodium (E. moschatum); -- called also musky heron's-bill.

6. Noun

A plant of the genus Muscari; grape hyacinth.

7. Verb

To perfume with musk.

8. Noun

the scent of a greasy glandular secretion from the male musk deer
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