denti-
a combining form meaning “tooth,” used in the formation of compound words: dentiform.
Nearby words
dentate suture, dentation, dentelle, dentes, dentex, denti-, denticle, denticulate, denticulation, dentiform, dentifrice
Also especially before a vowel, dent-.
Compare odonto-.
Origin of denti-
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British Dictionary definitions for denti-
denti-
before a vowel dent-
combining form
indicating a toothdentiform; dentine
Word Origin for denti-
from Latin dēns, dent-
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Medicine definitions for denti-
denti-
pref.
Tooth:dentalgia.
Dental:dentilabial.
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