Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
musky
Adjective
/ˈmʌs.ki/
Definition
Having a strong smell that resembles musk, which is a natural scent produced by certain animals.
Examples
- The room was filled with a musky aroma from the incense burned during the ceremony.
- She loved the musky scent of the forest after a rain.
- His cologne had a musky undertone that lingered in the air.
Meaning
The term ‘musky’ refers to a rich, earthy scent often associated with some animals and plants, known for its distinctive and pungent fragrance.
Synonyms
- Earthy
- Animalic
- Odorous
- Pungent
