Definition of Musk

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Definition of Musk

Musk

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 Musk 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.

To perfume with musk.

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Musk Translations

musk in Dutch is muskus
musk in German is Moschus
musk in Spanish is almizcle
musk in Swedish is mysk

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