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Rarephlegm
The correct spelling is phlegm.
How to pronounce phlegm
/flɛm/
nounIPA: /flɛm/
Say it like: Fle-gm
The correct spelling is phlegm. One of the four humors making up the body in ancient and mediaeval medicine; said to be cold and moist, and often identified with mucus.
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Definition
noun
- 1.One of the four humors making up the body in ancient and mediaeval medicine; said to be cold and moist, and often identified with mucus.
- 2.Viscid mucus produced by the body, later especially mucus expelled from the bronchial passages by coughing.
- 3.A watery distillation, especially one obtained from plant matter; an aqueous solution.
- 4.Calmness of temperament, composure; also seen negatively, sluggishness, indifference.
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