3. something inserted or to be inserted. 4. an extra leaf or section, as an advertisement, printed independently, for binding or tipping into a book or periodical. [1520â30; < Latin inserere to put in, insert =in- in-2 + serere to link together] inâ¢sertâ²aâ¢ble, adj.
Saliva is needed for the proper functioning of the tongue. A dry tongue can't taste a thing so saliva helps the tongue and our sense of taste by keeping it wet. Saliva moistens food and helps to break it down, which in turn makes it easier for the tongue to push the food to the back of the mouth for swallowing.
What is a swollen tongue? A swollen tongue is an abnormal condition in which the entire tongue or a portion of it is enlarged, bloated or distended. Your tongue is made up of muscles and the upper surface is lined with taste buds. Your tongue helps you to talk, swallow, taste and chew. A swollen tongue can result from infection, inflammation, allergy, genetic disorders, trauma, malignancy, metabolic diseases, and other abnormal processes.