mucus

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英文释义

n. protective secretion of the mucus membranes; in the gut it lubricates the passage of food and protects the epithelial cells; in the nose and throat and lungs it can make it difficult for bacteria to penetrate the body through the epithelium

中文翻译

n. 粘液
[化] 粘液

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17,872
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记忆技巧

mucus 没有明显的词根词缀，但其来源于拉丁语 mucus，意为“粘液”，可以记住它与身体内的液体有关。

例句

1. Mucus helps trap dust and germs in your nose.
鼻腔中的粘液有助于捕捉灰尘和细菌。
2. When you have a cold, your body produces more mucus.
当你感冒时，身体会产生更多的粘液。
3. She felt uncomfortable due to the excess mucus in her throat.
她因为喉咙里有多余的粘液而感到不舒服。

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