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pontic

1 American  
[pon-tik] / ˈpɒn tɪk /

noun

Dentistry.

  1. an artificial tooth in a bridge.

Pontic 2 American  
[pon-tik] / ˈpɒn tɪk /

adjective

  1. pertaining to the Pontus Euxinus or to Pontus.

Pontic British  
/ ˈpɒntɪk /

adjective

  1. denoting or relating to the Black Sea

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Etymology

Origin of pontic1

1930–35; < Latin pont- (stem of pōns ) bridge + -ic

Origin of Pontic2

From the Greek word Pontikós, dating back to 1470–80. See Pontus, -ic

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When the planting season comes round, think of some of the good shrubs not yet in the garden, and forget pontic Rhododendron, Laurel, Aucuba, and Privet.

From Trees and Shrubs for English Gardens by Cook, Ernest Thomas

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