Definition of civet
English to English noun - cat-like mammal typically secreting musk used in perfumes
source: WordNet 3.0 - A substance, of the consistence of butter or honey, taken from glands in the anal pouch of the civet (Viverra civetta). It is of clear yellowish or brownish color, of a strong, musky odor, offensive when undiluted, but agreeable when a small portion is mixed with another substance. It is used as a perfume.
source: Webster 1913 verb - To scent or perfume with civet.
source: Webster 1913
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civet, covet, caveat, chevet, cuvette, coveted, cavetto, cave bat, cubit, capet, capite, cavity, coifed, cohabit, cohibit, cajeput, chip at, cheviot, cubited, cockpit
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