Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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saliva | Yes | No | No | No |
salivary gland | Yes | No | No | No |
saliva (noun) | salivary gland (noun) |
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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 | any of three pairs of glands in the mouth and digestive system that secrete saliva for digestion |