mucilaginous

• Bezeichnet etwas Schleimiges, Klebriges oder Gallertartiges, oft im Zusammenhang mit pflanzlichen Absonderungen oder Substanzen von gelartiger Beschaffenheit.

Describes something that is sticky, moist, and slimy, often referring to plant secretions or substances with a gelatinous texture.

1. Sticky or adhesiveC2formal

   Having a thick, sticky, and glue-like consistency, similar to mucus or gum.

   Schleimig, klebrig

   • The mucilaginous substance was difficult to wash off the hands.
   • Some plants produce a mucilaginous sap to protect themselves.
   • The texture of the okra is naturally mucilaginous when cooked.

   Synonymegelatinousglueyglutinousgummymucoidstickyviscidviscous

   Antonymedrynonadhesiveslickslippery