Mucous (adjective)

1. Of or relating to mucus, the thick, slippery substance that lines many body cavities.
2. Resembling or characteristic of mucus.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from latin mucus "slimy liquid".

Examples:

1. The child had a runny nose and was producing a lot of mucous.
2. The mucous membrane lines the inside of the nose and throat.
3. The patient had a thick mucous plug blocking the airway.
4. Mucous secretion is increased in response to inflammation.
5. The mucous in the throat made it difficult for him to speak.