gumma

One entry found for gumma.

Main Entry: gum·ma
Pronunciation: 'g&-m&
Function: noun
Inflected Form(s): plural gummas also gum·ma·ta /'g&-m&-t&/
Etymology: New Latin gummat-, gumma, from Late Latin, gum, alteration of Latin gummi gum
: a tumor of gummy or rubbery consistency that is characteristic of the tertiary stage of syphilis
- gum·ma·tous /-m&-t&s/ adjective