● MUSK

● ''Musk was a name originally given to a substance with a strong odor obtained from a gland of the musk deer. The substance has been used as a popular perfume fixative since ancient times and is one of the most expensive animal products in the world. 

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● Definition of musk

1 a: a substance with a penetrating persistent odor obtained from a sac beneath the abdominal skin of the male musk deer and used as a perfume fixative 

also: a similar substance from another animal or a synthetic substitute 

1 b: the odor of musk 

also: an odor resembling musk especially in heaviness or persistence 

2: any of various plants with musky odorsespecially : MUSK PLANT 

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● Examples of musk in a Sentence 

Recent Examples on the WebBotanical notes of white flower, orange flower, and green leaves are apparent, but the core theme is a warm, earthy musk with notes of amber and oakmoss. 

— Blu Atlas, The Salt Lake Tribune, 30 Sep. 2022

But don’t fret — the musk used in fragrance today is synthetically made. 

— Jiayang Fan, The New Yorker, 2 Sep. 2022

The base notes include iris, sandalwood, and white musk. 

— Allyson Portee, Forbes, 3 July 2022

Tucked beneath the three top scents are hints of cinnamon, sandalwood, and musk for a touch of warmth and masculinity. 

— Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 10 May 2022

Saffron and the sweet musk of Indian long pepper perfume a dish that otherwise looks and comforts like Kraft shells and cheese. 

— Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2022

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● meaning of 'musk' 

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