phlegmier

/ˈflɛmiər/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or producing phlegm; having a tendency to produce thick, yellow mucus

“The patient was diagnosed with a phlegmier cough that persisted for weeks.”

2. noun

a person or thing that produces or is characterized by phlegm

“The doctor examined the phlegmier patient to determine the cause of the illness.”

Synonyms

  • catarrhal
  • mucous

Antonyms

  • dry
  • non-mucous