mucin

(myo̵̅o̅sin)

noun

any of various glycoproteins in connective tissue, saliva, mucus, etc., that lubricate and protect the body

Origin: Fr mucine: see mucus & -in

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See mucin in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
Any of a group of glycoproteins found especially in the secretions of mucous membranes.

Related Forms:

  • muˈcin·ous adjective

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