Definition

The area where the gums meet the teeth in the mouth.

Example

The dentist examined the gumline for any signs of disease.

Conversation

I've been meaning to ask you about your dental check-up.

Oh, it went well! They said my gumline looks healthy.

That's great to hear! What do they usually check for at the gumline?

Mostly to see if there's any recession or signs of gum disease.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gumline → The word is formed from "gum" (from Old English "guma", meaning the fleshy tissue in the mouth) and "line" (from Latin "linea", meaning a line or boundary). The term "gumline" refers to the line where the gums meet the teeth, marking a boundary in the mouth.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'gum' as the fleshy tissue in your mouth and 'line' as a boundary — the gumline is the boundary where your gums meet your teeth.

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