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musk deer

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun musk deer has 1 sense
  1. musk deer, Moschus moschiferus - small heavy-limbed upland deer of central Asia; male secretes valued musk
    --1 is a kind of deer, cervid
    --1 is a member of Moschus, genus Moschus

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Musk Deer

Definition:

A musk deer is a small, solitary deer found in the mountainous regions of Asia. It is known for the musk gland it possesses, which produces a highly valued substance used in perfumes and traditional medicines.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. A small deer of the genus Moschus, native to Asia, especially the mountainous regions.

2. The musk gland or the musky substance produced by the musk deer, used in perfumes and traditional medicine.

Sample Sentences:

1. The musk deer is known for its solitary nature and elusive behavior.

2. The musk obtained from musk deer is highly prized in the perfume industry.

3. Scientists are studying the musk gland of musk deer to better understand its chemical composition.

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