mucus

• Sustancia viscosa y pegajosa secretada por las membranas mucosas del cuerpo, como las del tracto respiratorio, digestivo y nasal. Sirve para lubricar y proteger los tejidos, atrapando partículas y microorganismos, y facilitando el paso de los alimentos y la defensa contra infecciones.

A noun referring to a protective secretion produced by mucous membranes, which lubricates the passage of food in the gut and protects epithelial cells; in the nose, throat, and lungs, it helps prevent bacteria from penetrating the body through the epithelium.

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1. Protective bodily secretionB2formalmedical

   A slimy substance produced by mucous membranes to lubricate and protect internal surfaces, such as in the nose, throat, lungs, and digestive tract.

   Secreción mucosa protectora

   • Mucus in the nose helps trap dust and bacteria.
   • The body produces extra mucus during a cold to fight infection.
   • In the stomach, mucus protects the lining from digestive acids.

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