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saliva

Definition:

(nou) a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of starches

Phonetic Transcription:

səˈlaɪvə

Examples:

Pilocarpine stimulates the secretion of large amounts of saliva and sweat.

Desmoteplase is a chemical in the saliva of vampire bats.

Bicarbonates in the saliva raise the pH inside the mouth.

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