Musth - English meaning

noun

A condition of heightened aggression and unpredictable behaviour occurring annually in certain male animals, especially elephants and camels, in association with a surge in testosterone level, equivalent to the rutting season of deer and some other mammals.

Usage examples:

A big old bull elephant in must

noun

Something that should not be overlooked or missed.

Usage examples:

This video is a must for everyone

noun

Grape juice before or during fermentation.

noun

Mustiness, dampness, or mould.

Usage examples:

A pervasive smell of must

adjective

(of a male elephant or camel) in a condition marked by heightened aggression and unpredictable behaviour that usually occurs annually in association with a surge in testosterone level.

Usage examples:

Two musth males competing for a female

modal verb

Be obliged to; should (expressing necessity)

Usage examples:

You must show your id card

modal verb

Expressing an opinion about something that is logically very likely.

Usage examples:

There must be something wrong