Definitions for ptyalism

ptyalism pty·a·lism

Spelling: [tahy-uh-liz-uh m]
IPA: /ˈtaɪ əˌlɪz əm/

Ptyalism is a 8 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 15 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 17 points.

You can make 378 anagrams from letters in ptyalism (ailmpsty).

Definitions for ptyalism

noun

  1. excessive secretion of saliva.

Origin of ptyalism

1675-85; Greek ptyalismós expectoration, equivalent to ptýal(on) spittle + -ismos -ism

Examples for ptyalism

The above are used in thrush or aphthous sore mouth, ptyalism, &c.

ptyalism never follows the administration of the capsules or injections.

Pain is assuaged, ptyalism removed, and the inflammation itself favorably influenced.

ptyalism, or salivation, consists in an abnormal and excessive secretion of saliva.

Word Value for ptyalism
Scrable

15

Words with friends

17

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