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[しん(津)·えき(液)]
shineki
noun

English Meaning(s) for 津液

noun
  1. saliva; spit; spittle
  2. fluid (in Chinese medicine, esp. a colourless bodily fluid, e.g. tears)
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Definition and Synonyms for 津液

Saliva a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth
Synonyms: 唾, 唾液, 津液
Saliva moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of starches
Synonyms: 唾, 唾液, 津液

Meanings for each kanji in 津液

» haven; port; harbor; ferry
» fluid; liquid; juice; sap; secretion

Categories 津液 is a member of

Secretion a functionally specialized substance (especially one that is not a waste) released from a gland or cell
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