gingiva

IPA(Pronunciation)

(anatomy) The gum, consisting of the tissue surrounding the roots of the teeth and covering the jawbone.

Japanese Meaning

歯肉（はにく）：歯の根元を囲み、顎骨を覆う組織。

The dentist carefully examined the patient's gingiva for signs of inflammation and recession.

歯科医は炎症や退縮の兆候がないか、患者の歯肉を注意深く診察した。

Sense（1）

(anatomy) The gum, consisting of the tissue surrounding the roots of the teeth and covering the jawbone.

gingivae

（ plural ）