civet
US /ˈsɪv.ɪt/
UK /ˈsɪv.ɪt/
名词
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麝猫, 麝香猫
a slender nocturnal mammal with a long tail and a catlike body, native to Africa and Asia. Civets secrete a musky substance used in perfumes.
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The civet is known for its unique scent glands.
麝猫以其独特的香腺而闻名。
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Some of the world's most expensive coffee is made from beans that have passed through a civet's digestive system.
世界上一些最昂贵的咖啡是由经过麝猫消化系统的咖啡豆制成的。
2.
麝香
a musky yellowish substance with a strong odor, secreted by the anal glands of civets and used in perfumes.
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The perfume contained a hint of civet, giving it an exotic aroma.
这款香水含有一丝麝香，散发出异国情调的香气。
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Historically, civet was a highly prized ingredient in perfumery.
历史上，麝香是香水业中一种备受推崇的成分。
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