gum
US /ɡʌm/
UK /ɡʌm/
1.
gomma, chewing-gum
a sticky substance, especially one that is chewed for a long time for its flavor or to strengthen the teeth
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He chewed a piece of bubble gum.
Ha masticato un pezzo di gomma da masticare.
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Please dispose of your chewing gum properly.
Si prega di smaltire correttamente la gomma da masticare.
2.
gengiva
the firm, fleshy tissue that covers the alveolar processes of the jaws and surrounds the necks of the teeth
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Brush your teeth and gums twice a day.
Lavati i denti e le gengive due volte al giorno.
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Inflamed gums can be a sign of gingivitis.
Le gengive infiammate possono essere un segno di gengivite.