saliva

[səˈlaɪvə]

saliva Definition

the watery liquid that is produced in the mouth to keep it wet and to help to prepare food to be digested.

Using saliva: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "saliva" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The dentist asked me to rinse my mouth with water and spit out the saliva.

  • Example

    The presence of saliva in the mouth helps to break down food.

  • Example

    The dog was drooling, and its saliva was dripping on the floor.

saliva Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for saliva

Phrases with saliva

  • a medical test that uses a sample of saliva to detect the presence of drugs or other substances in the body

    Example

    The athlete was required to take a saliva test to prove that he was not using performance-enhancing drugs.

  • a condition where the mouth does not produce enough saliva, causing discomfort and difficulty in speaking and swallowing

    Example

    The medication I am taking causes dry mouth as a side effect.

  • an organ in the mouth that produces and secretes saliva

    Example

    The doctor said that the swelling in my cheek was due to an infection in my saliva gland.

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Summary: saliva in Brief

Saliva [səˈlaɪvə] is a watery liquid produced in the mouth that helps to keep it wet and aids in digestion. It is commonly used in medical tests like the 'saliva test' and can be affected by conditions like 'dry mouth.' Saliva glands are organs in the mouth that produce and secrete saliva.

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