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gummy

The correct spelling is gummy.

How to pronounce gummy

/ˈɡʌmi/
noun

IPA: /ˈɡʌmi/

Say it like: Gum-mee

The correct spelling is gummy. A sheep that is losing or has lost its teeth. For example: "a gummy grin"

Usage Examples

a gummy grin

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A sheep that is losing or has lost its teeth.
  2. 2.A species of shark, Mustelus antarcticus, endemic to southern and south-eastern Australia, the meat of which is sold as flake.
  3. 3.(usually in the plural) A gummi candy.

adjective

  1. 1.Showing the gums.
  2. 2.Resembling gum (the substance).
  3. 3.Covered with gum or a substance resembling gum.

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