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Definition of toothing - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
designTECH. pattern or arrangement resembling teethTECH.
- The toothing on the gear was intricate and precise..
2.
constructionTECH. bricks projecting at a wall's end for bondingTECH.
- The toothing in the wall allowed for future extensions.
3.
- Toothing became popular among tech-savvy individuals.
4.
- The toothing story spread quickly online.
Adjective
1.
medicalRare relating to the process of teethingRare
- The baby had a toothing rash on his cheeks.
2.
designRare having small projections or teethRare
- The toothing edge of the saw was very sharp.
3.
- The toothing rumor spread quickly online.
Images of toothing
pattern or arrangement resembling teeth 
bricks projecting at a wall's end for bonding
Origin of toothing
Old English, tōþ (tooth) + -ing (action)
Examples of toothing in a sentence
Architects admired the toothing in the brickwork. The builder checked the toothing before adding more bricks. Toothing is crucial for the stability of the new structure. Toothing was a trend in urban areas. Many found toothing to be an exciting way to meet. Toothing rumors were debunked by experts.
Many believed in toothing despite evidence. Toothing pain kept the baby awake. She bought a toothing toy for her child. The toothing pattern on the gear was intricate. The toothing design of the blade made it efficient. Many believed the toothing event was real. The toothing phenomenon was debunked quickly.
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- French:dentelure, dentaire, ...
- German:Zahnmuster, mit dem Zahnen verbunden, ...
- Italian:dentatura, eruzione dei denti, ...
- Spanish:dentado, relacionado con la dentición, ...
- Portuguese:serrilhado, relacionado com a dentição, ...
- Chinese:齿状图案, 出牙的, ...
- Japanese:歯のパターン, 歯が生える, ...
- Arabic:تَسْنِين, مُتَعَلِّق بِالتَّسْنين, ...
- Hebrew:תַּבְנִית דְּמוּיְת שִׁנַּיִים, קָשׁוּר לִבְקִיעַת שִׁנַּיִם, ...
- Russian:зубчатый узор, зубная сыпь, ...
- Ukrainian:зубчастий візерунок, прорізування зубів, ...
- Hindi:दांतेदार पैटर्न, दांत निकलने से संबंधित, ...
Definition of tooth - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
medicalhard structures in the mouth for biting and chewing
- The dentist examined each tooth carefully for signs of decay or damage.
2.
toolsharp projection on a saw or similar tool
- The saw's tooth was sharp and precise.
3.
mechanicsTECH. projection on a gear or cog for meshingTECH.
- The gear's tooth fit perfectly with the adjacent one.
4.
preferenceRare UK liking or fondness for somethingRare UK
- He has a tooth for adventure.
5.
legalRare power or effectiveness of a law or groupRare
- The new policy has real tooth.
6.
plantTECH. pointed projection on a leaf or petalTECH.
- The leaf had a small tooth on its edge.
Verb
1.
furnishtr. TECH. equip something with teeth or tooth-like projectionstr. TECH.
- The machine was toothed for better grip.
2.
mechanicsintr. TECH. engage or interlock like gear wheelsintr. TECH.
- The gears toothed perfectly to transmit power.
Images of tooth
sharp projection on a saw or similar tool 
projection on a gear or cog for meshing 
pointed projection on a leaf or petal
Expressions with tooth
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strong liking for sweet foods
She has a sweet tooth and loves desserts.
get a dentist to remove a tooth from your mouth
I have to have a tooth out next week.
enjoy eating sweet-tasting foods
If you have a sweet tooth, you'll love this candy shop.
old or aged, often humorously
My car is getting a bit long in the tooth.
fight or act with extreme effort and determination
They fought tooth and nail to win the game.
have a tooth emerge through the gums
The baby cut a tooth last night.
struggle fiercely and determinedly
She had to fight tooth and claw to get her rights.
so driven by animal instincts as to kill defenseless prey daily
The ecosystem is red in tooth and claw, with predators hunting constantly.
permanent tooth that replaces baby tooth
She lost her last baby tooth and now has an adult tooth.
one of the teeth located at the front of the mouth
She brushed her front tooth carefully to remove the stain..
get a dentist to remove a tooth from your mouth
I had a tooth pulled last week.
grown-up tooth replacing a baby one, meant to remain for years
Her permanent tooth came in after the baby tooth fell out.
container for holding toothbrushes and toothpaste
She placed her toothbrush in the tooth mug.
get a dentist to put a cover on a tooth
I had a tooth capped last year after it broke.
first set of teeth that later fall out
Children usually lose their milk tooth around age six.
third molar in humans, usually appearing in late adolescence
She had her wisdom tooth removed because it was causing pain..
any of the large teeth located at the back of the mouth
She had a cavity in her back tooth that needed filling..
large tooth at the back of the mouth used for grinding food
She brushed her molar teeth carefully to avoid cavities.
strong liking for salty foods
She has a salty tooth and loves pretzels.
comb with closely spaced teeth for grooming
She used a tooth comb to detangle her hair.
hard outer layer covering a tooth
Tooth enamel protects teeth from decay.
fight fiercely to achieve something
The two teams compete tooth and nail for the championship.
struggle fiercely to achieve something
She fought tooth and nail to get the promotion.
resist strongly and fiercely
She opposed tooth and nail to the unfair decision.
Origin of tooth
Old English, toth (tooth)
Examples of tooth in a sentence
He lost a tooth while playing hockey. The tooth of the gear was worn out. He replaced the broken tooth on the tool. The engineer examined each tooth for wear. A broken tooth can disrupt the entire mechanism. She has a tooth for fine dining.
I've developed a tooth for classical music. Without enforcement, the regulation lacks tooth. Activists argue that the law needs more tooth to be effective. Each petal had a distinct tooth along its margin. The botanist noted the presence of a tooth on the leaf. The gears were carefully toothed to ensure smooth operation. The craftsman toothed the edge of the blade for precision cutting. The cogs toothed seamlessly in the machine. The wheels toothed together without a hitch.
View all translations of tooth
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- French:dent, équiper de dents, ...
- German:Zahn, verzähnen, ...
- Italian:dente, dentare, ...
- Spanish:diente, dentar, ...
- Portuguese:dente, dentear, ...
- Chinese:牙齿, 配齿, ...
- Japanese:歯, 歯を付ける, ...
- Arabic:سِنّ, سَنَّنَ, ...
- Hebrew:שֵׁן, לְצַיֵּד בְּשִׁנַּיִם, ...
- Russian:зуб, оснащать зубьями, ...
- Ukrainian:зуб, оснащувати, ...
- Hindi:दाँत, दांतों से सुसज्जित करना, ...
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