mucilage

mucilage Definition

mu·ci·lage (myo̵̅o̅′si lij′)

noun

Etymology: ME muscilage < MFr mucilage < LL mucilago, musty juice < L mucere: see mucid

mucilage Synonyms

mucilage Usage Examples

Converse of object

contain: Usnea also contains mucilage, which may be helpful in easing irritating coughs.

Adjective modifier

sticky: Longer distance transport is facilitated by the thin layer of sticky mucilage that is formed when the seeds are moistened.

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