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Definition of Gingiva
1. Noun. The tissue (covered by mucous membrane) of the jaws that surrounds the bases of the teeth.
Exact synonyms: Gum
Generic synonyms: Animal Tissue
Group relationships: Mouth, Oral Cavity, Oral Fissure, Rima Oris
Derivative terms: Gingival, Gum
Generic synonyms: Animal Tissue
Group relationships: Mouth, Oral Cavity, Oral Fissure, Rima Oris
Derivative terms: Gingival, Gum
Definition of Gingiva
1. Noun. (anatomy) The gum, consisting of the tissue surrounding the roots of the teeth and covering the jawbone. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Gingiva
1. the fleshy tissue that surrounds the teeth [n -VAE] : GINGIVAL [adj]
Medical Definition of Gingiva
1. The gum. (12 Dec 1998)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Gingiva
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