gummy
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Adjective — Sticky like gum, or covered in a sticky, gum-like substance.
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Etymology
From gum (the sticky substance, and also the flesh around the teeth) plus the adjective-forming suffix -y.
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What does “gummy” mean?
The word “gummy” means sticky like gum, or covered in a sticky, gum-like substance. In plain terms, sticky or chewy like gum — or, as a noun, a chewy gum-like sweet.
How do you pronounce “gummy”?
“Gummy” is pronounced GUH-mee (/ˈɡʌmi/ in IPA).
How do you use “gummy” in a sentence?
Here is “gummy” used in a sentence: “The tree bark oozed a gummy sap.”
What part of speech is “gummy”?
Depending on how it is used, “gummy” can be an adjective and a noun.
How many meanings does “gummy” have?
“Gummy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: sticky like gum, or covered in a sticky, gum-like substance.