Mucilaginous
a.-
Partaking of the nature of, or resembling, mucilage; moist, soft, and viscid; slimy; ropy;
as, a .mucilaginous liquid -
Of, pertaining to, or secreting, mucilage;
as, the .mucilaginous glands -
Soluble in water, but not in alcohol; yielding mucilage;
as, .mucilaginous gums or plants
