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Civet \Civ"et\ (s[i^]v"[e^]t), n. [F. civette (cf. It. zibetto)
civet, civet cat, fr. LGr. zape`tion, fr. Ar. zub[=a]d,
zab[=a]d, civet.]
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
agreeable when a small portion is mixed with another
substance. It is used as a perfume.
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2. (Zool) 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.
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Civet \Civ"et\, v. t.
To scent or perfume with civet. --Cowper
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