sal·i·vate /ˈsælɪveɪt/ verb [intransitiveI] 2 to look at or show interest in something or someone in a way that shows you like or want them very much – used to show disapproval 垂涎〔含贬义〕 SYN droolsalivate at/over The media are salivating over the story. 媒体对这则新闻趋之若鹜。
—salivation /ˌsæləˈveɪʃən/ noun [uncountableU]