1. a strong-smelling substance produced by certain animals, especially the male musk deer, used in making perfumes
2. a heavy, sweet smell or perfume

1. having a heavy, sweet smell

Examples

• The perfume contained natural musk from deer.
• A heavy musk filled the air in the old library.
• The flower had a musk fragrance that attracted bees.
• Ancient traders valued musk as much as gold.
• The musk scent lingered in the room for hours.
• She preferred light floral perfumes over musk-based ones.