an odorous glandular secretion from the male musk deer; used as a perfume fixative
"The perfumer added a drop of pure musk to the blend to make the floral notes linger longer on the skin."
the scent of a greasy glandular secretion from the male musk deer
"The perfumer added a drop of pure musk to capture the rare, earthy aroma secreted by the male deer."
A greasy secretion with a powerful odour, produced in a glandular sac of the male musk deer and used in the manufacture of perfumes.
"The researchers discovered that a mutation in the musk gene was responsible for the patient's inability to move their limbs."
Abbreviation of muscle-specific kinaze.
To perfume with musk.
"She added a few drops of amber oil to her skin before spraying on the musk to leave a lingering, earthy scent."
A surname.
"The local historian noted that several prominent families in the town shared the surname Musk before they moved away."