teeth
Incisors and molars
Teeth are the hard, bone-like structures in the mouth used for biting and chewing.
The word is the irregular plural of tooth.
Beyond the literal, teeth suggests effectiveness or force: a law with teeth, The regulation lacks teeth.
To cut your teeth on something is to gain early experience.
Armed to the teeth means fully equipped.
To grit or clench your teeth is to endure difficulty with determination.
Pierce with teeth
- crunchCrushing, grinding noise
- gnawBite repeatedly at
- chompLoud, vigorous mouthwork
- nibbleSmall, tentative bite
grind · mastication · jaw · molars · incisors · canines · premolars · tearing
Hard glossy coating
- dentinTooth's main substance
- pulpSoft wet mass
- rootUnderground absorbing structure
- crownSovereign's ornamental headpiece
gums · jawbone · maxilla · mandible · cementum · periodontal · alveolar · nerve
Sharp piercing teeth
- pointedTapering to a tip
- sharpFine-edged, or astute
- serratedHaving toothlike projections
- jaggedSharply uneven, notched
tusks · saber-toothed · canines · piercing · biting · snaggle · razor-sharp
Empty space within
- fillingMaterial placed within
- drillHole-boring device
- extractionAct of removing
- root canalInfected pulp removal
crown · bridge · implant · braces · veneer · orthodontics · periodontics · endodontics
Pleased facial expression
- grinBroad, toothy smile
- beamStructural support member
- grimaceTwisted expression of displeasure
- snarlHostile vocal threat
gnash · bare · flash · clench · grit · chatter · sneer · pearly whites
Sweeping motion with bristles
- flossingInterdental string hygiene
- toothpasteOral cleaning gel
- mouthwashLiquid for gargling clean
- plaqueInscribed memorial tablet
tartar · fluoride · gingivitis · gums · bacteria · halitosis · whitening · dental floss
Violent sudden release
- budsPre-bloom plant growths
- calcificationMineral hardening of tissue
- sheddingLosing outer covering
- incomingMoving toward arrival
Clear vocal expression
- pronunciationManner of speaking words
- lispSibilant pronunciation difficulty
- enunciationClarity of spoken words
- alveolarOf tooth sockets
bite
Pierce with teeth
nibble · grind · mastication · jaw · molars · incisors · canines · premolars · tearing · ripping
enamel
Hard glossy coating
crown · gums · jawbone · maxilla · mandible · cementum · periodontal · alveolar · nerve · socket
fangs
Sharp piercing teeth
jagged · tusks · saber-toothed · canines · piercing · biting · snaggle · razor-sharp
cavity
Empty space within
- fillingMaterial placed within
- drillHole-boring device
- extractionAct of removing
root canal · crown · bridge · implant · braces · veneer · orthodontics · periodontics · endodontics · prosthodontics
smile
Pleased facial expression
snarl · gnash · bare · flash · clench · grit · chatter · sneer · pearly whites · ivories
brushing
Sweeping motion with bristles
- flossingInterdental string hygiene
- toothpasteOral cleaning gel
- mouthwashLiquid for gargling clean
plaque · tartar · fluoride · gingivitis · gums · bacteria · halitosis · whitening · dental floss · interdental
eruption
Violent sudden release
- budsPre-bloom plant growths
- calcificationMineral hardening of tissue
- sheddingLosing outer covering
articulation
Clear vocal expression
- pronunciationManner of speaking words
- lispSibilant pronunciation difficulty
- enunciationClarity of spoken words
teethsmooth
Without roughness or difficulty
flat · even · rounded · continuous
- baby teethChild's initial dentition
- brush your teethClean mouth with bristles
- wisdom teethFinal molars to erupt
- front teethAnterior biting teeth
- sharp teethPointed dental structures
- false teethArtificial replacement teeth
teething, teethed, teethe, teethes, teether, teethers, teething ring