NYT Dictionary

GUMMING

/ˈɡʌmɪŋ/
NounVerbGUM-minggum-ming · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026

Meaning

The act of chewing without teeth.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

gummosismumblinggummumble

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles:

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