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n. - The eruption through the gums of hard bony appendages that are borne on the jaws such as molars, incisors, etc.

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  • One thing that worked for us with teething is to wet a washcloth, then wring it out and toss it in the freezer.
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  • But they help with the playing and the teething, which is good.
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