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Moistens The Bird Crossword Clue

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99%6Exact Match!
noun

• a loose temporary sewing stitch to hold layers of fabric together

verb

• cover with liquid before cooking

• strike violently and repeatedly

• sew together loosely, with large stitches

29%6Moistens the lining of the mouth
noun

• 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

29%4Moistens bread in gravy
noun

• piece of solid food for dipping in a liquid

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