GUMMED Meaning and
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Gummed is an adjective that describes a surface, material, or substance that has been coated or treated with a sticky, adhesive substance called gum (usually made from natural resins or synthetic materials). The adhesive properties of gummed substances allow them to adhere to various surfaces upon contact.
In practical terms, gummed surfaces or materials possess a sticky quality that enables them to bond temporarily or permanently to other objects or surfaces. This property is particularly useful for sealing envelopes, packaging, or other items that need to be securely closed. Gummed surfaces often require moisture (such as licking or applying water) to activate the adhesive and achieve optimal sticking power.
The term "gummed" can also refer to the act of applying gum or an adhesive to a surface or material. This process may involve spreading or brushing the gum or adhesive onto the desired area, allowing the substance to dry and become sticky.
Furthermore, "gummed" can also describe the state of being gummed, meaning that an object or surface has become stuck or bound due to contact with a gum or adhesive substance. In this sense, gummed may suggest difficulty in separating or pulling apart.
In summary, gummed refers to a cohesive property resulting from the presence or application of adhesive substances, and it may describe either a surface that possesses sticky qualities, the process of applying adhesive, or the state of being stuck to another object or surface.
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Covered or smeared with gum.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of GUMMED
The word "gummed" is derived from the noun "gum", which comes from the Middle English word "gome" or "gome" meaning "mucous membrane". This Middle English term can be traced back to the Old English word "gōma" meaning "palate" or "inside of the mouth". Over time, the term "gum" evolved to refer specifically to the adhesive substance produced by certain trees, which was first recorded in the late 14th century. The verb form "gum" meaning "to smear or stick with gum" emerged around the early 18th century, and "gummed" is simply the past participle form of this verb. The word "gummed" is often used to describe something that has been coated or made sticky with gum or a similar adhesive substance.
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Conjugate verb Gummed
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