Gleeting, also known as gleeking, is when you unintentionally squirt saliva from under your tongue. According to the reference, it often occurs when people accidentally project saliva under their tongues while eating, talking, or yawning. However, it is also something you can learn to do on command.
Understanding Gleeting
Here's a breakdown:
- What happens? Saliva is ejected from the sublingual glands, which are located under the tongue.
- Why does it happen accidentally? It's usually triggered by pressure on the salivary glands, often during activities like eating, talking, or yawning.
- Can you control it? Yes! The reference states that "anyone can gleek if they want to. You can train your tongue to apply pressure to your salivary glands and gleek on command."
Gleeking: Accidental vs. Intentional
| Feature | Accidental Gleeking | Intentional Gleeking |
|---|---|---|
| Trigger | Eating, talking, yawning, etc. | Conscious muscle control |
| Controllable | No (usually) | Yes |
| Predictability | Unpredictable | Predictable |
