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Pronunciation : Civ"et
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [F. civette (cf. It. zibetto) civet, civet cat, fr. LGr. zub, zab, civet.]
Definition : 1. A substance, of the consistence of butter or honey, taken from glands in the anal pouch of the civet (Viverra civetta). It is of clear yellowish or brownish color, of a strong, musky odor, offensive when undiluted, but agreeble when a small portion is mixed with another substance. It is used as a perfume.

2. (Zo?l)

Defn: The animal that produces civet (Viverra civetta); -- called also civet cat. It is carnivorous, from two to three feet long, and of a brownish gray color, with transverse black bands and spots on the body and tail. It is a native of northern Africa and of Asia. The name is also applied to other species.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913

Pronunciation : Civ"et
Part of Speech : v.
Definition : Defn: To scent or perfume with civet. Cowper

t.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913