1. of or like
musk, as an odor:
a musky perfume.
Examples from the web for musky
- Propane tanks are placed here and there amid the musky scent of unpaved streets and alleys.
- Others say it's slightly sweet and peppery, musky, or has a flowery scent.
- The musky, and a bit sour, smell of a library for example.
- These musky springtime cousins of leeks and garlic have a short season, and are thought to grow only in the wild.
- Charter service is available for musky and walleye fishing expeditions.
- Sadly, there wasn't enough of the musky fungus in the crisp, deep-fried wrap to satisfy us.
- The honey-colored vinegar is nutty and spicy, with a hint of musky richness.
- There are smells, too: the funky, musky aromas of athletic exertion.
- Additional walleye, musky and trout to be stocked in state waters.
- Fall musky anglers reminded of bait restrictions when fishing with suckers.
British Dictionary definitions for musky
adjective muskier, muskiest 1. resembling the smell of musk; having a heady or pungent sweet aroma
Word Origin and History for musky
adj. c.1600, from musk + -y (2). Related: Muskiness.
n.