gum 2 
(gŭm)
(gŭm)n.
The firm connective tissue covered by mucous membrane that envelops the alveolar arches of the jaw and surrounds the bases of the teeth. Also called gingiva.
tr.v. gummed, gum·ming, gums
To chew (food) with toothless gums.
[Middle English gome, from Old English gōma, palate, jaw.]
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