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Meaning of saliva | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1

Definitions

A clear, slightly alkaline liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands, consisting of water, mucin, protein, and enzymes. It moistens the mouth, lubricates ingested food, and begins the breakdown of starches.

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B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.

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