Index of English words, starting with "ci"

(1) - Civet (v. t.) To scent or perfume with civet.
(2) - Civet (n.) 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.
(3) - Civet (n.) 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.

(1) - Civic (a.) Relating to, or derived from, a city or citizen; relating to man as a member of society, or to civil affairs.

(1) - Civics (n.) The science of civil government.