1. having qualities characteristic of animals; relating to or resembling animals
Usage: often used in perfumery and fragrance descriptions
2. having a musky, earthy, or raw scent reminiscent of animals
Usage: technical term in perfumery

Examples

• The perfume had an animalic base note that added depth and complexity.
• His animalic instincts kicked in when he sensed danger.
• The fragrance contained animalic compounds derived from natural sources.
• She described the wine as having an animalic quality on the nose.
• The animalic scent of leather filled the old workshop.
• Modern perfumers often use synthetic alternatives to animalic ingredients.