civet cat
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
From 'civet', referring to the animal, and 'cat', due to the civet's cat-like appearance.
مثال
- The civet cat is not a true cat, but a member of the Viverridae family.
- Civet cats are known for their musk, which is used in perfumery.
- The African civet cat is the largest of all civet species.
ترکیبهای رایج
African civet cat Asian palm civet cat Civet cat coffee Civet cat musk
تعریف انگلیسی
noun
- raccoon-like omnivorous mammal of Mexico and the southwestern United States having a long bushy tail with black and white rings
- cat-like mammal typically secreting musk used in perfumes