What does gingiva mean?
Gingiva means (anatomy) The gum, consisting of the tissue surrounding the roots of the teeth and covering the jawbone..
Gingiva
/ˈd͡ʒɪnd͡ʒɪvə/ · noun
Meaning
(anatomy) The gum, consisting of the tissue surrounding the roots of the teeth and covering the jawbone..
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Synonyms for gingiva
Antonyms for gingiva
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Word Forms
- gingivae
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What is a synonym for gingiva?
Common synonyms include gum.
What is the opposite of gingiva?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use gingiva in a sentence?
Use gingiva where its definition matches the intended context.
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