Dictionary 1. (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.2. (n.) The musk deer. 3. (n.) The perfume emitted by musk, or any perfume somewhat similar. 4. (n.) The musk plant (Mimulus moschatus). 5. (n.) A plant of the genus Erodium (E. moschatum); -- called also musky heron's-bill. 6. (n.) A plant of the genus Muscari; grape hyacinth. 7. (v. t.) To perfume with musk. Thesaurus ambergris ambrosia aromatic aromatic gum aromatic water attar attar of roses balm balm of Gilead balsam bay oil bergamot oil champaca oil civet essence essential oil extract fixative heliotrope jasmine oil lavender oil myrcia oil myrrh parfum perfume perfumery rose oil scent volatile oil |