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Meaning of teeth
The primary meaning of the word "teeth" refers to the hard, calcified structures in the jaw used for biting and chewing food.
Etymology of teeth
The word "teeth" comes from Old English "tēþ", which is the plural form of "tōþ", meaning tooth
The Old English "tōþ" is derived from Proto-Germanic "tanþiz", which is also the source of the Modern German word "Zahn"
The Proto-Germanic "tanþiz" is thought to be derived from Proto-Indo-European "dnt-", which is also the source of the Latin word "dens" and the Greek word "odous"
Synonyms
fangs
tusks
molars
canines
incisors
premolars
dentition
ivories
grinders
biters
chewers
gnashers
clippers
snappers
chompers
crunchers
nibblers
peckers
pickers
nippers
clenchers
gritters
sparklers
pearlies
whites
enamel
gums
jaw
mouth
palate
dental
bridgework
orthodontics
dentures
implants
crowns
fillings
caps
roots
pulp
cavities
plaque
tartar
gingivitis
periodontics
Definitions
- The hard, calcified structures in the jaw used for biting and chewing food
- A tooth-like structure or projection, especially one that is part of a machine or tool
- A projecting part or ridge, especially one that is serrated or notched
Usage Examples
- She brushed her teeth carefully to remove all the plaque and tartar
- The dentist examined his teeth and found several cavities that needed to be filled
- The shark's teeth were razor-sharp and perfectly adapted for catching and eating prey