salivae

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A form of saliva — A clear, slightly alkaline liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands, consisting of water, mucin, protein, and enzymes. It moistens the mouth, lubricates ingested food, and begins the breakdown of starches.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of saliva
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APA

salivae. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/salivae

MLA

“salivae.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/salivae. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “salivae,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/salivae.

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