musk

/mʌsk/; /mɪsk/

Definitions

1. noun

a sweet and strong perfume or fragrance, especially one derived from the secretion of the musk deer or the male musk ox.

“The perfume had a distinctive musk scent that lingered on her skin.”

2. noun

a sweet and pleasant smell or odor.

“The musk of the garden was filled with the scent of blooming flowers.”

3. verb

to apply or impregnate (something) with musk or a musky scent.

“The perfumer musked the fabric with a delicate fragrance.”

4. verb

to perfume or scent (something) with a sweet smell or fragrance.

“The room was musked with the scent of incense sticks.”

Synonyms

  • fragrance
  • odor
  • perfume
  • scent

Antonyms

  • odorless
  • stink