phlegm

  1. Noun.  (historical) 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. (defdate, from 13th c.) .
  2. Noun.  Viscid mucus produced by the body, later especially mucus expelled from the bronchial passages by coughing. (defdate, from 14th c.) .
  3. Noun.  (historical, chemistry) A watery distillation, especially one obtained from plant matter; an aqueous solution. (defdate, from 16th c.) .
  4. Noun.  Calmness of temperament, composure; also seen negatively, sluggishness, indifference. (defdate, from 16th c.) .

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