vernition

/ˈvɜrnɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the gums of the teeth, especially in a young animal; the gums of a tooth; the gum tissue covering the roots of teeth

“The veterinarian examined the puppy’s vernition to check for any signs of disease.”

Synonyms

  • gingiva
  • gums

Antonyms

  • bare
  • exposed