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civet

/ˈsɪv.ɪt/

Übersetzung: Ein katzenartiges Raubtier aus der Familie der Schleichkatzen, das für sein Moschussekret bekannt ist, das in der Parfümherstellung verwendet wird.

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noun

C2formalcommon/ˈsɪv.ɪt/

A cat-like mammal known for secreting a musk that is used in the production of perfumes.

  • 🇩🇪Ein katzenartiges Raubtier aus der Familie der Schleichkatzen, das für sein Moschussekret bekannt ist, das in der Parfümherstellung verwendet wird.
  1. Cat-like mammal C1 formal

    A small, nocturnal, cat-like mammal native to Africa and Asia, known for secreting a musky substance used in perfumes.

    • The African civet is known for its distinctive black-and-white markings.
    • Civets are often kept on farms for their musk.
    • The civet's musk is a key ingredient in some high-end perfumes.

    🇩🇪Zibetkatze

    Synonyme: civet cat

  2. Musk from the animal C1 formal

    The strong-smelling, yellowish substance secreted by the civet's glands, used in perfume making.

    • The perfume contains a small amount of civet for its rich scent.
    • Civet is often used as a fixative in traditional perfumery.
    • The musk of the civet has a warm, animalistic aroma.

    🇩🇪Zibet

  • civets plural form
  • civets' possessive plural form
  • civet's possessive singular form