mucilage
US /ˈmjuː.sɪ.lɪdʒ/
UK /ˈmjuː.sɪ.lɪdʒ/
名詞
粘液, 植物性粘質物
a gelatinous substance of various plants (such as legumes or seaweeds) that contains protein and polysaccharides and is similar to gum
例:
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The aloe vera plant is known for its soothing mucilage.
アロエベラ植物は、その鎮静作用のある粘液で知られています。
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Flaxseeds release a beneficial mucilage when soaked in water.
亜麻の種子は水に浸すと有益な粘液を放出します。