gumma

/ˈgʌmə/
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Other forms: gummata; gummas

Definitions of gumma
  1. noun
    a small rubbery granuloma that is characteristic of an advanced stage of syphilis
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    type of:
    granuloma
    a tumor composed of granulation tissue resulting from injury or inflammation or infection
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