Meaning of the word mucus in English

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mucus

US /ˈmjuː.kəs/

UK /ˈmjuː.kəs/

a slimy substance, rich in mucins, secreted by mucous membranes and glands for lubrication and protection.

Example:

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When you have a cold, your body produces more mucus.

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The snail left a trail of mucus behind it.

Synonym:

phlegm snot slime

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