mucigenous

/mjuːˈsɪdʒɪnəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

producing or secreting mucus

“The mucigenous tissues in the respiratory tract help to filter out dust and other particles.”

2. noun

a mucigenous substance or tissue

“The doctor examined the mucigenous sample to determine the cause of the infection.”

Synonyms

  • mucilaginous
  • mucoid

Antonyms

  • aseptigenous