mucous Antonyms
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Meaning of mucous
mucous (a)
of or secreting or covered with or resembling mucus
mucous (a.)
Of, pertaining to, or resembling, mucus; slimy, ropy, or stringy, and lubricous; as, a mucous substance.
Secreting a slimy or mucigenous substance; as, the mucous membrane.
FAQs About the word mucous
of or secreting or covered with or resembling mucusOf, pertaining to, or resembling, mucus; slimy, ropy, or stringy, and lubricous; as, a mucous substance., Sec
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The mucous lining of the nasal passages helps trap bacteria and other irritants.
Excessive mucous production can lead to congestion and respiratory discomfort.
Certain medications and environmental toxins can irritate the mucous membranes.
The bronchial tubes produce mucous to moisten and protect the sensitive lining.
