CIVETS
Noun
civets
plural of civet
Anagrams
• Vectis, evicts
Source: Wiktionary
CIVET
Civ"et, n. Etym: [F. civette (cf. It. zibetto) civet, civet cat, fr.
LGr. zub, zab, 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 agreeble when a small portion is mixed with
another substance. It is used as a perfume.
2. (Zoöl)
Definition: 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.
Civ"et, v. t.
Definition: To scent or perfume with civet. Cowper
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition