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bubble gum

noun

Definition of bubble gum

  1. 1 :  a chewing gum that can be blown into large bubbles

  2. 2 usually bubblegumplay \ˈbə-bəl-ˌgəm\ :  rock music having simple repetitive phrasings and intended especially for young teenagers

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First Known Use of bubble gum

1937

BUBBLE GUM Defined for English Language Learners

bubble gum

noun

Definition of bubble gum for English Language Learners

  • : a type of gum that you chew and that can be blown into large bubbles

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