Salivary

usgb/ˈsæləveri/
adjective

Related to saliva or the glands that produce it.

Salivary glands produce the saliva used in our mouths.
Visual representation of "salivary" - Related to saliva or the glands that produce it.

Often appears as...

  • salivary gland
  • salivary duct

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Anatomy Context

Use 'salivary' specifically when discussing the body's saliva production system.

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Dentists often check for any issues with salivary function.
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Medical Term

'Salivary' is often used in health and medical settings, and less in everyday conversation.

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The patient has an infection in the salivary glands.
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Disease and Disorders

Use 'salivary' in the context of diseases, such as salivary gland stones or infections.

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She is being treated for a salivary gland disorder.
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