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MUCILAGINOUS

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

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Meaning:

Having the sticky properties of an adhesive

Synonyms:

gluey; glutinous; gummy; mucilaginous; pasty; sticky; viscid; viscous

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

adhesive (tending to adhere)

Derivation:

mucilage (cement consisting of a sticky substance that is used as an adhesive)

mucilage (a gelatinous substance secreted by plants)

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