salivation

/ˌsælɪˈveɪʃən/
noun
  1. The natural process of producing saliva in the mouth.
    • Certain medications can reduce salivation and cause dry mouth.
    • Salivation helps break down food and keeps the mouth moist.
    • The smell of fresh bread caused immediate salivation.
  2. An excessive or involuntary flow of saliva, often as a response to food, illness, or stimulation.
    • The doctor checked for excessive salivation as a symptom of the infection.
    • Nausea often comes with increased salivation.
    • Seeing the lemon made him experience sudden salivation.
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