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viscid

Pronunciation: /ˈvɪsɪd/
Definition of viscid

adjective

  • having a glutinous or sticky consistency:the viscid mucus lining of the intestine

Derivatives

viscidity

Pronunciation: /vɪˈsɪdɪti/
noun

Origin:

mid 17th century: from late Latin viscidus, from Latin viscum 'birdlime'

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Definition of viscid in the US English dictionary
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