The word "musky" comes from the Latin word "muscus," meaning "musk." Musk is a powerful, pungent scent produced by male musk deer (Moschus moschiferus) as a sexual attractant.
Adjective
The Latin word "muscus" is derived from the Greek word "μύσχος" (myskhos), which in turn is believed to be of Semitic origin. The word "musk" entered English in the 16th century, originally referring to the fragrant substance obtained from musk deer. Over time, it acquired a broader meaning to include any strong, pungent scent resembling that of musk.
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