mucus (n.), mucous (adj.)

https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.10979

Slippery viscous fluid, consisting largely of water and glycoproteins, secreted by mucous membranes.

Source:
PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 781 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)