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[()·えき()]
daeki
noun, no adjective

English Meaning(s) for 唾液

noun, no adjective
  1. saliva; sputum

Definition and Synonyms for 唾液

Sputum expectorated matter
Synonyms: たん, , 唾液, 喀痰
Saliva a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth
Synonyms: , 唾液, 津液
Sputum saliva mixed with discharges from the respiratory passages
Synonyms: たん, , 唾液, 喀痰
Saliva moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of starches
Synonyms: , 唾液, 津液
Sputum in ancient and medieval physiology it was believed to cause sluggishness
Synonyms: たん, , 唾液, 喀痰

Meanings for each kanji in 唾液

» saliva; sputum
» fluid; liquid; juice; sap; secretion

Categories 唾液 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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Mucus protective secretion of the mucus membranes
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Sample Sentences for 唾液

My mouth forms a lot of saliva.

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