speeksel — meaning in English

English meaning

• drivel noun Nonsensical or foolish talk or writing.
• saliva noun The watery fluid produced in the mouth that keeps it moist, helps you chew and swallow, and starts breaking down food.
• spit noun A thin rod used to skewer and rotate meat while it cooks over a fire.

Senses

speeksel is used for these senses in English:

• drivel (now, somewhat, rare) Saliva, drool.
• saliva (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.
• spit (uncountable) Saliva, especially when expectorated.

drivel — full definition

1. noun Nonsensical or foolish talk or writing.
2. verb To talk nonsense or foolishly.

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