musky

[US]/ˈmʌski/
[UK]/'mʌski/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj. having a scent reminiscent of musk

Phrases & Collocations

musky scent

musky aroma

musky cologne

Example Sentences

The musky scent of the perfume lingered in the air.

The musky aroma of the old books filled the library.

The musky taste of truffles enhances the flavor of the dish.

She wore a musky cologne that reminded him of the forest.

The musky undertones in the wine added depth to its flavor.

The musky scent of the leather jacket brought back memories of his youth.

The musky fragrance of the incense filled the temple during the ceremony.

The musky odor of wet earth after the rain was refreshing.

The musky notes in the aftershave gave him a sophisticated air.

The musky scent of the candles created a cozy atmosphere in the room.

Real-world Examples

Touch of smooth skin against his face, scent in his nostrils of musky dust–her real presence.

Source: Brave New World

Not too musky, but not too musty.

Source: GQ — 10 Essentials for Celebrities

Sometimes you might want something like more musky.

Source: GQ — 10 Essentials for Celebrities

Kitty says, " All right, how about this one? " Pepe says, " Uh, it smells musky" (musky).

Source: 2015 ESLPod

He smelled delicious, of limes and something soft and musky.

Source: Still Me (Me Before You #3)

With that precaution they tried to postpone the necessity of having to eat macaws, whose blue flesh had a harsh and musky taste.

Source: One Hundred Years of Solitude

" Ewww it's smells so bad! " These warty balls of decadence have a smell and taste that’s been described as musky but intoxicating.

Source: Pop culture

When Joy Milm began noticing a strange musky smell coming from her husband, Les, she thought little of it, telling him to clean himself better.

Source: Learn English with Matthew.

Monet often enjoyed cider at the table or served at picnics, and--ugh, this one is not good, or has a musky taste I'm not sophisticated enough to appreciate.

Source: Art of Cooking Guide

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