puromucous

/pyʊˈroʊmjʊkəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

having a thick or copious mucus

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with a puromucous infection, requiring immediate treatment.”

2. noun

a thick or copious mucus

“The puromucous discharge from her nose was a sign of a severe allergy attack.”

Synonyms

  • mucous
  • viscous

Antonyms

  • dry
  • serous