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salivation

[sal-uh-vey-shuhn] / ˌsæl əˈveɪ ʃən /


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The Salivation Army: When they ring those bells on the street corner, you’ll find yourself compelled to give!

From Washington Post • Nov. 25, 2020

Salivation can be stimulated by the sight, smell, and taste of food.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Salivation in response to food in the oral cavity is based on a visceral reflex arc within the facial or glossopharyngeal nerves.

From Textbooks • Jun. 19, 2013

Salivation from this cause should not be confused with salivation resulting from feeding on white clover.

From Common Diseases of Farm Animals by Craig, R. A., D. V. M.

Salivation should never be produced upon the dog.

From The Dog by Dinks




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