salivary Meaning & Definition
/ˈsælɪˌvɛɹi/
What Does Salivary Mean?
Salivary is used as an adjective meaning Relating to saliva. As a noun, it means A salivary gland.
Salivary in Brief
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈsælɪˌvɛɹi/ |
| Plural | salivaries |
Salivary Definition (Adjective)
- Relating to saliva.
Salivary as a Noun
- A salivary gland.
Synonyms of Salivary
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Salivary synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
salivary (not comparable)
salivary (plural salivaries)
Origin of Salivary
From saliva + -ary.