mucus

noun
UK: /ˈmjuːkəs/
US: /ˈmjuːkəs/

  1. A slimy substance produced in the nose and throat to protect the body.

    1. I blew my nose to get rid of the mucus.
    2. The body produces mucus to protect the respiratory system from infection and irritants.

  2. The thick liquid that is produced in some parts of the body, for example the nose.

    1. He had a lot of mucus because he was sick.
    2. Excessive mucus production can be a symptom of allergies or a common cold affecting breathing.

Synonyms

phlegm snot

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "mucus" in English means: A slimy substance produced in the nose and throat to protect the body., The thick liquid that is produced in some parts of the body, for example the nose..

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

Synonyms for "mucus": phlegm, snot.

Example usage of "mucus": "I blew my nose to get rid of the mucus.". More examples on the page.