mucous

adjective
UK: /ˈmjuːkəs/
US: /ˈmjuːkəs/

  1. Relating to mucus; covered in or producing mucus.

    1. The mucous membrane protects your body.
    2. The mucous lining of the nose traps dirt and germs before they can enter the lungs.

Synonyms

phlegm slime
mucous noun

  1. A slippery secretion produced by, and covering, mucous membranes.

    1. The mucous was thick and hard to clear.
    2. The body produces mucous to protect the lining of the respiratory tract.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "mucous" is /ˈmjuːkəs/ in British English and /ˈmjuːkəs/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "mucous": phlegm, slime.

Example usage of "mucous": "The mucous membrane protects your body.". More examples on the page.