Gummaker

/ˈɡʌmˌmeɪkər/ noun

Definition

A person or factory that makes gum, especially chewing gum, or processes gum from natural sources.

Etymology

Compound from 'gum' plus 'maker' (one who makes); refers to the occupation or role of manufacturing gum products.

Kelly Says

Early gummakers were creative chemists who experimented with different tree resins, chicle, and additives—they essentially invented the modern chewing gum industry by trial and error.

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