dental — relating to teeth or dentistry
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to teeth or dentistry
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdentl/
Example Sentences
- My dental floss broke right when I found something stuck between my teeth.
- She became a dental assistant after realizing she loved making people smile.
- The dental exam revealed that I've been brushing my teeth like I'm scrubbing a dirty pan.
dental
ADJECTIVE[/ˈdentl/]
relating to teeth or dentistry
Dentist examining patient's teeth
Dental work ruins your mental state, especially with that rental rate!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'dens' meaning tooth, the term 'dental' emerged as ancient Romans developed medical practices related to dentistry and oral health. The word became established in medical and scientific terminology to describe anything pertaining to teeth.
Breakdown
dens (tooth) + -al (relating to, associated with). The suffix -al transforms the Latin noun into an adjective indicating relation or pertinence to the root concept.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My dental floss broke right when I found something stuck between my teeth.”
“She became a dental assistant after realizing she loved making people smile.”
“The dental exam revealed that I've been brushing my teeth like I'm scrubbing a dirty pan.”
“Regular dental checkups can prevent serious tooth problems.”
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