mucus

Noun
  1. Protective secretion of the mucous membranes;
    In the gut it lubricates the passage of food and protects the epithelial cells;
    In the nose and throat and lungs it can make it difficult for bacteria to penetrate the body through the epithelium (synset 105422738)
    is a type of: secretion - a functionally specialized substance (especially one that is not a waste) released from a gland or cell
    subtypes:
    • phlegm, sputum - expectorated matter; saliva mixed with discharges from the respiratory passages; in ancient and medieval physiology it was believed to cause sluggishness
    • snot - nasal mucus
    • booger - dried nasal mucus
    • leucorrhea, leukorrhea - discharge of white mucous material from the vagina; often an indication of infection
    substance holonym: mucin - a nitrogenous substance found in mucous secretions; a lubricant that protects body surfaces
    same as: mucous secretion

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