mucous membrane
noun
: a membrane rich in mucous glands
specifically
: one that lines body cavities and passages (as of the gastrointestinal or respiratory tract) which communicate directly or indirectly with the outside of the body : mucosa
Pruritus and congestion involving mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, and mouth are frequently observed, and swelling of the lips or tongue may impair swallowing and ventilation. —
Bruce S. Bochner et al.
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Christophe Lavaysse, JSTOR Daily, 17 Apr. 2025
You’re Exposed to Tear Gas Tear gas is a thick, powdery fog that sticks to moisture like saliva, sweat, tears, and mucous membranes and causes an intense burning sensation.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 9 Apr. 2025
Coffee stimulates the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, which, if not balanced by some food, can irritate the gastric mucous membranes.
—Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 30 Mar. 2025
Estrogen supports tissue hydration and collagen production, but during menopause, its decline can cause dryness in mucous membranes, including the ears.
—Mark Davis, Newsweek, 16 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for mucous membrane
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“Mucous membrane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mucous%20membrane. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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