mucous
Translation
mucous
Examples
The illness affects the mucous membranes.
The illness affects the mucous membranes.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) describing a noun, especially in a medical context. The mucous membrane protects the inside of the nose.
Similar Words
Synonyms: slimy, viscous, sticky
Etymology
From Latin 'mucus' meaning 'slime' or 'snot'. The '-ous' suffix makes it an adjective.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'mucus' is the noun (the substance) and 'mucous' is the adjective (describing something related to mucus).