salivation

[ sal-uh-vey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act or process of salivating.
2. an abnormally abundant flow of saliva; ptyalism.
3. mercurial poisoning.

Other Words From

• hyper·sali·vation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of salivation¹

1590–1600; < Latin salīvātiōn- (stem of salīvātiō ), equivalent to salīvāt ( us ) ( salivate ) + -iōn- -ion

Example Sentences

No celebration for a successful season, and no salivation for a top-tier prospect.

From Seattle Times

These people might also be more likely to experience physiological reactions to food cues including changes in heart rate and increased salivation.

From Salon

Those effects included slower heart rate and respiration, “pronounced tongue play, increased yawning, salivation, nasal secretion formation,” and reddening of a portion of the eyes, the report states.

From Washington Post

Once the virus reaches the brain, it can cause convulsions, fear of water, excessive salivation and other symptoms.

From Seattle Times

In some cases anxious dogs may tremble, whine or pace around, as well as excessive salivation, self-mutilation, repetitive behaviour and vomiting.

From BBC