Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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ptyalin | Yes | No | No | No |
saliva | Yes | No | No | No |
ptyalin (noun) | saliva (noun) |
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an amylase secreted in saliva | 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 |