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Gum

noun

/ɡʌm/

Meaning

the firm flesh that surrounds the roots of the teeth; a viscous secretion

A sticky substance from plants or used as adhesive; also the tissue around teeth.

The dentist checked her gum for any signs of disease.

He chewed gum while waiting for the bus.

stick like gum

gingiva, adhesive, glue, resin, paste, stick

Entry 1

gingiva, adhesive, glue

Entry 2

adhesive, resin, paste, glue, stick

tooth, bone, loosen, detach, separate

Entry 1

tooth, bone

Entry 2

loosen, detach, separate

gum disease, chewing gum, gum line, healthy gums, bubble gum

Entry 1

gum disease, chewing gum, gum line, healthy gums

Entry 2

chewing gum, bubble gum, gum disease

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