Mucoid
/ˈmjuː.kɔɪd/noun
Relating to or resembling mucus.
Did you know?In ancient medicine, mucus was thought to be a vital fluid, with some cultures believing it held healing properties and even magical significance.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*muḱ-
“to smear, to wet or moisten.”
Latin
Latin
mucus
“slime, mold, or the viscous secretions of animals.”
Old French
Old French
mucos
“related to mucus, slimy, or viscous.”
18th Century
English
mucoid
“describing substances similar to or derived from mucus.”