Definition

Relating to or resembling mucus, which is a thick, slippery substance produced by the body.

Example

The doctor noted that the mucoidal substance was a sign of infection.

Conversation

I read that some plants have a mucoidal texture on their leaves.

Really? That sounds interesting! What does that even mean?

It means they have a slimy, mucus-like surface that helps them retain moisture.

Wow, nature is so clever! I never knew that about plants.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mucoidal is formed from "mucus" (from Latin "mucus", meaning slime or mucus) and the suffix "-oid" (meaning resembling or like). The word "mucoidal" describes something that resembles or has the characteristics of mucus.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mucus' as the slimy substance and '-oid' meaning 'like' — so mucoidal refers to something that is like mucus.

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