gummy
/ˈɡʌmi/
adjective
- Sticky or having a texture like gum or glue.
- The gummy residue on the jar was hard to wash off.
- After the spill, the floor felt gummy underfoot.
- The candy was soft and gummy, sticking to her teeth.
- Describing a smile that shows a lot of gum, often because the teeth are small or the gums are prominent.
- The baby gave a gummy, toothless grin.
- She had a gummy smile that made her look friendly.
- His gummy laugh revealed more gum than teeth.
noun
- A chewy, gelatin-based candy, often shaped like animals, fruits, or other objects.
- The kids shared a bag of gummy bears on the car ride.
- She prefers sour gummy worms over chocolate.
- He bought a mix of gummy fruits for the party.