Glutinous
Glutinous
Glutinous (/ɡlo͞o-tə-nəs/), derived from the Latin word glutinosus, is a term often used in the medical field to describe a substance that is like glue in consistency or nature.
Etymology
The term glutinous originates from the Latin word glutinosus, which means sticky or gluey. It is derived from gluten, which in Latin means glue.
Related Terms
- Gluten: A mixture of proteins found in wheat and related grains, including barley and rye. Gluten gives elasticity to dough, helping it rise and keep its shape.
- Viscosity: A measure of a fluid's resistance to flow. It describes the internal friction of a moving fluid. A fluid with large viscosity resists motion because its molecular makeup gives it a lot of internal friction.
- Adhesive: A substance used for sticking objects or materials together.
- Cohesion: The action or property of like molecules sticking together, being mutually attractive.
Medical Usage
In the medical field, the term glutinous is often used to describe the texture or consistency of certain substances or fluids. For example, a glutinous discharge may refer to a sticky or thick fluid.
See Also
- Gelatinous: Similar to glutinous, gelatinous refers to a jelly-like state. It is often used to describe certain types of cells, substances, or bodily fluids in the medical field.
- Mucous: A type of thick, sticky fluid produced by the mucous membranes and glands of animals for lubrication, protection, etc.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Glutinous
- Wikipedia's article - Glutinous
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