Word: mucomimetic
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: mu
co
mi
me
tic
Definition: That mimics the function of mucin; a nitrogenous substance found in mucous secretions; a lubricant that protects body surfaces
Morphemes:
Affix: muco-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: mucus
Affix: mimetic
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A substance with similar pharmacological effects to another substance.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: μῑμητικός
Language: grc
Decoded: mimetikos
Meaning: imitative