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[は(歯)·にく(肉)]
haniku
noun, no adjective

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[し(歯)·にく(肉)]
shiniku
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English Meaning(s) for 歯肉

noun, no adjective
  1. gums; tooth ridge
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Definition and Synonyms for 歯肉

Gingiva the tissue (covered by mucous membrane) of the jaws that surrounds the bases of the teeth
Synonyms: 歯元, 歯肉, 歯茎, 歯齦

Meanings for each kanji in 歯肉

» tooth; cog
» meat

Categories 歯肉 is a member of

Animal Tissue the tissue in the bodies of animals
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