Sputum (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun, plural spu·ta [spyoo-tuh]. /ˈspyu tə/.
  1. matter, as saliva mixed with mucus or pus, expectorated from the lungs and respiratory passages.
noun plural -ta (-tə)
  1. a mass of salivary matter ejected from the mouth
  2. saliva ejected from the mouth mixed with mucus or pus exuded from the respiratory passages, as in bronchitis or bronchiectasis
Sputum (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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