Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flem
Noun
/flɛm/
Definition
A term often used to refer to a thick mucus produced in the throat or nose.
Examples
- After catching a cold, he felt a lot of flem in his throat.
- The doctor advised her to drink warm fluids to help thin the flem.
- Sometimes, allergies can lead to excess flem production, making it hard to breathe.
Meaning
Flem indicates the phlegm that can accumulate in the respiratory system, often causing discomfort or the urge to clear the throat.
Synonyms
- Phlegm
- Mucus
- mucus membrane secretion
