\Sal`i*va"tion\, n. [L. salivatio: cf. F.
salivation.] (Physiol.)
The act or process of salivating; an excessive secretion of
saliva, often accompanied with soreness of the mouth and
gums; ptyalism.
Note: It may be induced by direct chemical or mechanical
      stimulation, as in mastication of some tasteless
      substance like rubber, or indirectly by some agent
      which affects the whole system, as mercury compounds.