Assertion: saliva | /r/CapableOf | play important part
Facets:
value: as a lubricant
type: PURPOSE
value: as antibacterial fluid
type: MANNER
value: as digestive aid
type: MANNER
value: in tasting food
type: TEMPORAL
Source sentences:
text: Saliva plays an important part in tasting food, digesting it and cleaning the mouth afterwards.
text: Saliva performs several important functions as a lubricant, antibacterial fluid, and digestive aid.