Spotted nocturnal mammal

While searching our database we found 1 possible solution for the: Spotted nocturnal mammal crossword clue. This crossword clue was last seen on April 9 2023 NYT Crossword puzzle. The solution we have for Spotted nocturnal mammal has a total of 5 letters.

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1. The first letter of the answer is: C

2. The last letter of the answer is: T

3. There are 2 vowels in the hidden word:

Answer

Definition

•	A substance, of the consistence of butter or honey, taken from glands in the anal pouch of the civet (Viverra civetta). It is of clear yellowish or brownish color, of a strong, musky odor, offensive when undiluted, but agreeable when a small portion is mixed with another substance. It is used as a perfume.
•	The animal that produces civet (Viverra civetta); -- called also civet cat. It is carnivorous, from two to three feet long, and of a brownish gray color, with transverse black bands and spots on the body and tail. It is a native of northern Africa and of Asia. The name is also applied to other species.
•	To scent or perfume with civet.

The word CIVET is a 5 letter word that has 2 syllable's. The syllable division for CIVET is: civ-et

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