Definition of mucilaginous Mucilaginous

mu•ci•lag•i•nous

We found 5 definitions of mucilaginous from 3 different sources.

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What does mucilaginous mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

mucilaginous - having the sticky properties of an adhesive
  gluey, glutinous, gummy, pasty, sticky, viscid, viscous
  adhesive tending to adhere
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Wiktionary Wiktionary dictionary logo

  • mucilaginous (Adjective)
    Of, pertaining to, or resembling mucus; slimy and viscous.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • mucilaginous (a.)
    Partaking of the nature of, or resembling, mucilage; moist, soft, and viscid; slimy; ropy; as, a mucilaginous liquid.
  • mucilaginous (a.)
    Of, pertaining to, or secreting, mucilage; as, the mucilaginous glands.
  • mucilaginous (a.)
    Soluble in water, but not in alcohol; yielding mucilage; as, mucilaginous gums or plants.

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