sputumary

/spuːˈtʊməri/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling sputum

“The sputumary condition of the patient indicated a serious respiratory problem.”

2. noun

a sputumary substance or matter

“The doctor examined the sputumary deposits on the patient’s lung X-ray.”

Synonyms

  • mucoid
  • respiratory

Antonyms

  • dry
  • non-respiratory