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Definitions for: Mucilage
[n] cement consisting of a sticky substance that is used as an adhesive
[n] a gelatinous substance secreted by plants
Webster (1913) Definition: Mu"ci*lage, n. [F., from L. mucilago a musty juice,
fr. mucus mucus, slime. See Mucus.]
1. (Bot. Chem.) A gummy or gelatinous substance produced in
certain plants by the action of water on the cell wall, as
in the seeds of quinces, of flax, etc.
2. An aqueous solution of gum, or of substances allied to it;
as, medicinal mucilage; mucilage for fastening envelopes.
Synonyms: glue, gum
See Also: animal glue, casein glue, cement, fish glue, marine glue
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