MUCOUS SECRETION Synonyms
There is 1 synonym of the phrase
mucous secretion.
(exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the phrase mucous secretion. (close relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the phrase mucous secretion. (close relations)
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Definition of MUCOUS SECRETION
Definition of MUCOUS SECRETION
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mucus
mucus
Best Alternative Words for MUCOUS SECRETION
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noun • protective secretion of the mucous membranes; in the gut it lubricates the passage of food and protects the epithelial cells; in the nose and throat and lungs it can make it difficult for bacteria to penetrate the body through the epithelium | ||||||||
Best Hypernyms For MUCOUS SECRETION
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
mucous secretion, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (2)
excretion
secretion
Phrases (1)
bodily fluid
