mucous

• Relativo a la mucosa o al moco, o que se parece a él; se dice de un tipo de membrana que segrega moco.

Relating to or resembling mucus; describing a type of membrane that secretes mucus.

1. Relating to mucusB2formalmedical

   Of, secreting, covered with, or resembling mucus.

   relativo al moco

   • The mucous membrane lines the inside of the nose.
   • Certain infections cause an increase in mucous discharge.
   • The doctor examined the patient's mucous tissues for signs of inflammation.

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