Synonyms for

Tooth

Verb / tu:θ / Another word for tooth — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a hard, white structure in the mouth used for biting and chewing food

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Common collocations

  • brush your teeth
  • lose a tooth
  • pull a tooth
  • tooth and nail
  • by the skin of your teeth
  • a toothache
  • dental hygiene
  • sharp tooth

Word family

noun tooth
verb toothy

Usage note

The plural of tooth is teeth. 'Tooth' can also be used metaphorically to describe something sharp or pointed, like a 'tooth on a comb'.

Example sentences

  1. I brush my teeth twice a day.
  2. My tooth hurts when I eat ice cream.
  3. The dentist told me to floss my teeth every day.
  4. I lost my first tooth when I was six years old.
  5. I have a cavity in my tooth and need to get it filled.

Quotes

  • A smile is happiness you'll find right under your nose.
  • A smile is the universal welcome.
  • A smile is a curve that sets everything straight.

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