noun
castoreum
Castoreum (noun) means the bitter exudate of the castor sacs of mature beavers, used as a scent mark, and as a tincture in some perfumes.
noun
1
The bitter exudate of the castor sacs of mature beavers, used as a scent mark, and as a tincture in some perfumes.
2
A hat made from beaver fur.
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Etymology
From Latin castoreum, from Ancient Greek καστόριον (kastórion).
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What is the meaning of castoreum?
"castoreum" (noun) means the bitter exudate of the castor sacs of mature beavers, used as a scent mark, and as a tincture in some perfumes.
What are the different meanings of castoreum?
"castoreum" has 2 main meanings: 1. The bitter exudate of the castor sacs of mature beavers, used as a scent mark, and as a tincture in some perfumes; 2. A hat made from beaver fur.