saliva

 
Pronunciation: /səˈlʌɪvə/

noun

[mass noun]
  • watery liquid secreted into the mouth by glands, providing lubrication for chewing and swallowing, and aiding digestion.

Derivatives

salivary

Pronunciation: /səˈlʌɪ-, ˈsalɪ-/
adjective

Origin:

late Middle English: from Latin