Teeth
Meaning
Each of a set of hard, bony enamel-coated structures in the jaws of most vertebrates, used for biting and chewing.
Pronunciation
UK tiːθ
US tiːθ
Example Sentences
- Their teeth take up tons of room.
- A horse has huge teeth!
- The space occupied by the teeth is greater than that occupied by the brain.
- Ostriches do not have teeth, and so cannot grind food as mammals do.
- It can hurt your teeth.
- Smile and count your teeth!
- Most adults have thirty-two teeth.
- Front teeth are flat and sharp.
- Back teeth are wide and bumpy.
- Brushing keeps your teeth clean and strong.
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