Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
salivary
Adjective
/ˈsæl.ɪˌvær.i/
Definition
Relating to saliva or the glands that produce it.
Examples
- The salivary glands help break down food particles.
- Salivary tests can provide insights into a person’s health.
- Excess salivary production can occur during times of stress.
Meaning
The term ‘salivary’ refers to anything associated with saliva, which is the watery fluid produced in the mouths of humans and many animals that aids in digestion and oral hygiene. Salivary glands are the organs responsible for this production.
Synonyms
- Saliva-producing
- Glandular
