mucoid

mucoid Definition

mu·coid (myo̵̅o̅′ko̵id′)

noun

any of a group of mucoproteins found in connective tissues, in certain types of cysts, etc.

Etymology: muc(in) + -oid

adjective

like mucus

mucoid Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

material: During this normal process, small amounts of cloudy mucoid material may collect at the junction.
enteropathy: Lack of dietary fiber is strongly implicated in many cases of mucoid enteropathy.
enteritis: Over 17 % of the rabbits studied died from digestive upset such as mucoid enteritis or diarrhea.
discharge: He was referred to the ENT department and an inflamed tympanic membrane with mucoid discharge in the canal was noted.

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