muciferous

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Adjective muciferous has 1 sense

muciferous - containing or secreting mucus

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muciferous

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Producing or containing mucus.

Sense 1: Producing mucus.

Example sentence 1: The muciferous glands in the respiratory system help to keep the airways moist and clear of debris.

Sense 2: Containing mucus.

Example sentence 2: The muciferous secretion on the surface of the eye acts as a protective layer against foreign particles.