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(1):

(n.) The musk deer. See Musk deer (below).

(2):

(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.

(3):

(n.) The perfume emitted by musk, or any perfume somewhat similar.

(4):

(n.) A plant of the genus Erodium (E. moschatum); - called also musky heron's-bill.

(5):

(n.) A plant of the genus Muscari; grape hyacinth.

(6):

(v. t.) To perfume with musk.

(7):

(n.) The musk plant (Mimulus moschatus).