civets

[US]/'sɪvɪt/
[UK]/'sɪvɪt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.civet fragrance;civet

Phrases & Collocations

civet coffee

civet cat

civet oil

civet perfume

Example Sentences

a civet, perhaps, or maybe a daube.

A civet(Arctictis binturong) of southeast Asia with a long, prehensile tail.

For many years the leading fixatives were the animal products ambergris, civet , musk and castoreum.

The civet is a nocturnal mammal.

Civet coffee is made from coffee beans that have been eaten and excreted by civets.

The civet's diet consists mainly of fruit.

Civets are known for their musky scent glands.

The civet is native to tropical Asia and Africa.

Civets are solitary animals and are rarely seen in groups.

The civet is also called the civet cat.

Civets play an important role in the ecosystem by helping to disperse seeds.

Some species of civets are considered threatened due to habitat loss and hunting.

Civets are often used in traditional medicine and perfume production.

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