mucus
/ˈmjuːkəs/
nounmu · cus
Think: **MU**sic makes you say “**MU**!”—then add **-cus**: **mu + cus = mucus**.
Yes, it's mucus. The tricky part is the first vowel sound: it’s **mu-** (like **mule**), not **mo-**.
Definition
- nouna thick, slippery substance made by the body that lines and protects parts such as the nose, throat, and lungs
Examples
- “When you have a cold, your nose makes extra mucus.”
- “The doctor explained that mucus helps trap dust and germs before they reach the lungs.”
- “Drinking water can help thin mucus so it’s easier to clear.”
Synonyms
phlegmnasal dischargesputumslime
Translations
ES mocoPT mucoFR mucus
Common misspellings
mucasmukusmucusssmucousmucus muccusmucus
0/70
Find MUCUS hidden in the grid. Tap its letters.
0/5