How Do You Spell SALIVATE?

1. Salivate is a verb that refers to the involuntary production of saliva in the mouth, particularly in response to the anticipation or presence of food. This natural physiological response is triggered by the stimulation of taste buds, olfactory receptors, or even the thought of consuming food. When someone salivates, their salivary glands produce and release saliva, which is a watery fluid that lubricates the mouth and aids in the digestion process.

   Salivation is an important component of the digestive system as it begins the process of breaking down food even before it enters the stomach. The presence of saliva in the mouth enhances the ability to taste and chew food, making it easier to swallow. Additionally, saliva contains enzymes that initiate the breakdown of sugars and starches, contributing to the digestive process further down the gastrointestinal tract.

   The act of salivating is largely automatic and cannot be directly controlled. However, it can be influenced by external factors such as pleasant food aromas or visual cues, which can stimulate the brain and trigger salivation. Salivation may also occur in response to certain medical conditions, medications, nervousness, or as a result of conditioned reflexes.

   Overall, salivate is a term used to describe the natural mechanism by which saliva is produced in the mouth, aiding in the initial stages of digestion and facilitating the consumption of food.

2. To cause an excessive flow of saliva.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

3. To produce an unusual secretion and flow of saliva-usually by administering mercury.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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The word "salivate" originated from the Latin word "salivare", which is derived from "saliva", meaning "spittle" or "saliva". The Latin word can be further traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root *s(e)lh₁- ("to salivate, to secrete fluid"), which is also related to the Sanskrit word "sara" meaning "water". Over time, the Latin word "salivare" gave rise to the Old French word "saliver", which eventually evolved into the English word "salivate".

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