dentist
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of dentist
1750–60; < French dentiste, equivalent to dent tooth ( dent 2 ) + -iste -ist
Example Sentences
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A walking lifestyle, preparing healthy meals at home and getting plenty of rest limit our doctor visits to annual physicals and periodic checkups at the dentist, dermatologist and ophthalmologist.
From MarketWatch
A contract between the NHS and dentists stipulates that a health care provider cannot refuse an NHS patient if they do not want to pay for a private service as well.
From BBC
“The private market will be happy to support lots of people who want to become doctors and dentists,” McCann said.
From MarketWatch
The defender - who later enjoyed a career as a dentist - also won seven league titles, four Scottish Cups and three league cups.
From BBC
She has also experienced tooth decay, and her dentist suggested the gabapentin might be a contributing factor, she said.
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