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anticavity

American  
[an-tee-kav-i-tee, an-tahy-] / ˌæn tiˈkæv ɪ ti, ˌæn taɪ- /

adjective

  1. designed to prevent the occurrence of cavities in teeth.

    an anticavity toothpaste.

Etymology

Origin of anticavity

anti- + cavity

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Despite diehard opposition, it has now progressed to the point where 43% of the total U.S. population has this anticavity protection.

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