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n. - A consonant articulated with the tip of the tongue near the gum ridge adj. - Of or relating to the teeth.

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Usage examples (22)
  • dental floss
  • dental student
  • A guard saved Susan Wittstock from long-term dental damage.
  • I called the dental office, hoping that no one was there, but .... sigh ....
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  • Granny was unaware of the "dentil" (an architectural term for small blocks) of the building as she quietly worked on her "dentelle" (lace or lacework) before her "dental" (pertaining to teeth) appointment.
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