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saliva

/səˈlaɪvə/
Word
Definition

Saliva is the watery liquid in people’s mouths that helps in digestion.

Example Sentence

The baby could not keep the saliva from dripping out of its mouth.

Source: 4000 Essential English Words - Book 6

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