saliva
US /səˈlaɪ.və/
UK /səˈlaɪ.və/
1.
speeksel
a watery fluid secreted into the mouth by glands, providing lubrication for chewing and swallowing, and aiding digestion.
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The thought of food made his mouth water with saliva.
De gedachte aan eten deed zijn mond wateren van speeksel.
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Chewing gum increases saliva production.
Kauwgum kauwen verhoogt de speekselproductie.