drool
word
Definition
To let saliva come out of your mouth, usually because you are very hungry, sleepy, or not paying attention. Sometimes used figuratively to describe strong desire for something.
Usage & Nuances
'Drool' is slightly informal and often describes babies, animals, or people distracted by food or desire. Can be literal (actual saliva) or figurative ('drool over' something desirable). Not rude, but not used in formal writing.
Example Sentences
Dogs often drool when they see food.
basic
The baby likes to drool when he is teething.
basic
Please wipe your mouth, you are starting to drool.
basic
She couldn't help but drool over the new phone in the store window.
natural
I'm so hungry I could literally drool at the sight of pizza.
natural
Stop staring at the cake like you're about to drool all over it!
natural