Mucilage

Pronunciation: /ˈmjuːsəlɪdʒ/

Definitions of mucilage

noun a sticky substance, especially one used in medicine or industry

Example Sentences

A1 Mucilage is a sticky substance found in some plants.

A2 The seeds of flax plants produce mucilage when soaked in water.

B1 Gum arabic is a type of mucilage used in food and pharmaceutical products.

B2 The mucilage from aloe vera is known for its soothing and healing properties.

C1 Botanists study the chemical composition and properties of mucilage in plant species.

C2 Research has shown that mucilage can have various applications in agriculture and industry.

Examples of mucilage in a Sentence

formal The mucilage found in plants is a type of adhesive substance that helps with seed germination.

informal I accidentally stepped on a plant and got some sticky mucilage on my shoe.

slang I hate it when my hands get all gooey from touching mucilage in the garden.

figurative The mucilage of friendship binds us together in times of need.

Grammatical Forms of mucilage

• past tense: mucilaged
• plural: mucilages
• comparative: more mucilaginous
• superlative: most mucilaginous
• present tense: mucilages
• future tense: will mucilage
• perfect tense: have mucilaged
• continuous tense: is mucilaging
• singular: mucilage
• positive degree: mucilage
• infinitive: to mucilage
• gerund: mucilaging
• participle: mucilaging

Origin and Evolution of mucilage

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'mucilage' comes from the Latin word 'mucilago', which means a slimy juice or sap.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a sticky substance found in plants, 'mucilage' has evolved to also describe similar substances used in various industries such as adhesives and pharmaceuticals.