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phlegm

Main Entry:: phlegm
Pronunciation:: \ˈflem\
Function:: noun
Etymology:: Middle English fleume, from Anglo-French, from Late Latin phlegmat-, phlegma, from Greek, flame, inflammation, phlegm, from phlegein to burn — more at black
Date:: 13th century

1: the one of the four humors in early physiology that was considered to be cold and moist and to cause sluggishness2: viscid mucus secreted in abnormal quantity in the respiratory passages3 a: dull or apathetic coldness or indifference b: intrepid coolness or calm fortitude

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\ˈfle-mē\ adjective

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