Civet
['sɪvɪt]
解釋/意思:
(n.) 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.
(n.) The animal that produces civet (Viverra civetta); -- called also civet cat. It is carnivorous, from two to three feet long, and of a brownish gray color, with transverse black bands and spots on the body and tail. It is a native of northern Africa and of Asia. The name is also applied to other species.
(v. t.) To scent or perfume with civet.
手打:奥斯伯特
解釋/意思:
n. a perfume obtained from the civet or Civ′et-cat a small carnivorous animal of Africa India &c.
手打:威利