Saliva
/səˈlaɪvə/
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Definition
(noun) A clear, slightly alkaline liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands, consisting of water, mucin, protein, and enzymes. It moistens the mouth, lubricates ingested food, and begins the breakdown of starches.
Sentence Examples
My mouth forms a lot of saliva.
I hate the taste of my saliva after eating chocolate.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The dog produced excess ____ at the sight of the food bowl being filled.