noun
- plural of musk: strong-smelling substances secreted by certain animals, used in perfumes
- plural of musk: synthetic substances that imitate natural musk, used in perfumery
Examples
- The perfumer blended several different musks to create the signature scent.
- Natural musks from animals are now largely replaced by synthetic alternatives.
- The cologne contained white musks that gave it a clean, powdery smell.
- Traditional musks were highly prized in ancient perfumery.
- Modern musks are created in laboratories to avoid harming animals.
- The fragrance featured a combination of floral notes and soft musks.