Pronunciation: /ˈsæləˌveri/
adjective relating to saliva or the glands that produce it
A1 I have a salivary gland in my mouth that produces saliva to help me chew and swallow food.
A2 The doctor told me that my salivary glands are working properly and there is no need for concern.
B1 Salivary tests can help diagnose certain medical conditions by analyzing the levels of enzymes in saliva.
B2 The patient underwent a salivary gland biopsy to determine the cause of their symptoms.
C1 Advanced imaging techniques can provide detailed images of the salivary ducts for diagnostic purposes.
C2 The surgeon performed a delicate procedure to remove a tumor from the patient's salivary gland without causing damage to nearby nerves.
formal The salivary glands play a crucial role in the digestion process.
informal I always have a lot of saliva because my salivary glands are overactive.
slang I can't stand when my mouth gets all drooly because of my salivary glands.
figurative His words were so captivating, they triggered a salivary response in the audience.
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