Gum Definition
gum
- noun
- a preparation (usually made of sweetened chicle) for chewing
- the tissue (covered by mucous membrane) of the jaws that surrounds the bases of the teeth
- any of various substances (soluble in water) that exude from certain plants; they are gelatinous when moist but harden on drying
- cement consisting of a sticky substance that is used as an adhesive
- wood or lumber from any of various gum trees especially the sweet gum
- any of various trees of the genera Eucalyptus or Liquidambar or Nyssa that are sources of gum
- verb
- cover, fill, fix or smear with or as if with gum; "if you gum the tape it is stronger"
- grind with the gums; chew without teeth and with great difficulty; "the old man had no teeth left and mumbled his food"
- become sticky
- exude or form gum; "these trees gum in the Spring"
"Gum" in song lyrics
See how gum is used in real songs:
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"I got a stick of dynamite, you got a stick of gum"
Aceyalone — Rappers Rappers Rappers -
"I got a stick of dynamite, you gotta stick of gum"
Aceyalone — Rappers, Rappers, Rappers 12 for 10 -
"Pocket full of nickels for cigarettes, gum"
Aesop Rock — Nickel Plated Pockets
Words that rhyme with gum
Usage tips for "gum"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "gum" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for gum to find words that pair well.