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(physiology) A clear, slightly alkaline liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands, consisting of water, mucin, protein, and enzymes. It moistens the mouth, lubricates ingested food, and begins the breakdown of starches.
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唾液 – 口腔内で分泌される透明で弱アルカリ性の液体。水、ムチン、タンパク質、酵素からなり、口内を湿らせ、食べ物に潤滑を与え、デンプンの消化を始める役割を持つ。
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