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teeth The small, sharp structures that we use to bite and chew food.  ■ "I love biting into an apple with my teeth."


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gearing A type of equipment used to transmit power between two or more mechanical devices, usually consisting of a series of interconnected teeth and gears.  ■ "I need new gears for my bike. These old ones are grinding my teeth!"

orthodontist A person who uses braces to make teeth look straight and perfect.  ■ "I don't need an orthodontist, my teeth are already perfectly aligned thanks to my years of playing guitar."

Dentures A set of artificial teeth worn in place of natural ones, often referred to as false teeth.  ■ "I'm so glad I got my dentures, they make me look like a million bucks and taste like... well, nothing. But at least they give me something to chew on!"

enamel A thin, glassy, translucent coating that is applied to the surface of teeth or other objects to protect them from decay or damage.  ■ "She accidentally chipped off a piece of her enamel while biting into an apple." "I had my teeth professionally whitened with a special enamel treatment that left them sparkling like diamonds!"

Gears A collection of interlocking teeth used to transmit power from one object to another.  ■ I forgot to put oil in my gears and now they are all rusty. A device that rotates around an axis, often with a series of teeth on its circumference.  ■ "I need to buy new gears for my bike so I can keep up with the competition," said John, who was obviously very competitive., A group of people working together towards a common goal.  ■ "We need to put in some serious gears if we want to make it to the top of the leaderboard," said Sarah, who was determined to win at any cost.

Toothpaste A magical paste that magically cleans your teeth and prevents cavities, all while making you look like a mouthwash commercial.  ■ "I've been using the same toothpaste for years and my teeth are still just as shiny as they were on the day I started using it. It's truly a miracle product!

toothpick A slender stick with a pointed tip, used for picking food particles from between teeth.  ■ "John's breath smelled like garlic, so I had to use my trusty toothpick to fish out the bits that were stuck in his teeth."

Appetizers A collection of small dishes served before the main course.  ■ "I can't wait to sink my teeth into these appetizers. They look so delicious!"

bear A large, furry mammal with sharp teeth and long claws. Also used to mean someone who is aggressive or unpleasant.  ■ I try not to bear with my coworkers' boring conversations.

beaver A large, aggressive rodent with sharp teeth that is often depicted wearing a red and white striped uniform.  ■ "I heard there's a beaver in the park today!"

bony adjective: extremely thin and fragile, often in the form of bones  ■ That bony old man had more teeth than any snake in a desert.

Braces A device worn on the teeth to hold them together and improve posture, often associated with nerds.  ■ "I'm wearing braces because I don't want to be a nerd. But I guess that makes me a metalhead."

brush A small handheld device used for cleaning teeth and applying makeup.  ■ "I accidentally brushed my hair with a toothbrush this morning and now it looks like a bird's nest."

brushed A past tense of the verb "brush," meaning to touch with a brush.  ■ John brushed his teeth before leaving for work, but he forgot to brush his hair and had to apologize to his boss for looking unkempt.

Buddy A close friend or companion, often associated with humor and lightheartedness.  ■ "Hey buddy, you had a piece of food in your teeth the whole time we were watching the movie!"

carp A large, bony fish with a long snout and rows of sharp teeth. Often used in fishing or as food.  ■ "I caught a giant carp while on my fishing trip!"

chewing The act of mechanically moving food in and out of one's mouth by grinding it between the teeth.  ■ I was chewing my gum so loudly that my roommate accused me of trying to steal her toothpaste.

Cigars A long, cylindrical roll of tobacco leaves that is smoked by placing it between the teeth and puffing on it.  ■ "Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing and blushed with cigar-burned embarrassment."

Clench To tightly squeeze or grip something, often with a tightening of the jaws.  ■ "I clenched my teeth so hard I could feel them cracking."

counterfeit Something that is made to look like something else, often for deceitful purposes.  ■ "His counterfeit smile didn't fool me - I could tell he was lying through his teeth."

dental The study of teeth and the oral cavity.  ■ "I have a dental appointment with my favorite dentist, Dr. Floss."

drill A boring, repetitive activity that puts you to sleep.  ■ "I can't stand going to the dentist. They always have me sit in that uncomfortable chair and drill my teeth for hours on end."

Effortless A state of being completely devoid of any effort or work.  ■ "John completed his project effortlessly, without even breaking a sweat. It was just like pulling teeth."

Flossing The act of vigorously brushing one's teeth with floss to remove all the food particles that have accumulated in between them.  ■ "I can't believe I forgot to floss yesterday and now my gums are so sore!

gasped To make a sudden, sharp sound like someone taking in air through their teeth.  ■ "I gasped when I saw the size of the octopus' tentacles!"

gear A device used to turn or rotate something, usually by means of teeth.  ■I need to get a new gear for my bike so I can go faster.

gerbil A small, furry rodent with a long tail and sharp teeth.  ■ "I accidentally ate a gerbil while cleaning my hamster's cage. It tasted like a cross between hair and dirt."

gnaw To bite or chew (something) with your teeth, typically in a nagging or persistent manner. Also used figuratively to describe someone who is constantly worrying or fretting about something.  ■ "I can't stop gnawing on that piece of candy."

hissing A sound made by the opening and closing of the lips with teeth together, often used as a way to convey disapproval or warning.  ■ "I heard you're dating my ex-girlfriend!" he hissed.

hoax A clever or amusing deception, often intended to be believed by others.  ■ "I invented a new brand of toothpaste that turns your teeth green. It's called 'HoaxPaste'. People have been falling for my hoax for years."

Hurried adjective: Moving or acting quickly, often because of time pressure.  ■ She was so hurried that she forgot to brush her teeth.

Importantly Adverb meaning with utmost seriousness or importance.  ■ "You must remember to brush your teeth important-ly, or else you'll have a bad breath for the whole day."

improvising The act of making up things on the spot, often without prior planning or preparation.  ■ When the lead singer's microphone stopped working during the concert, he had to start improvising and sing with his teeth instead.

jerry A small, furry, four-legged creature with a long snout and sharp teeth that is often kept as a pet.  ■ "My best friend is a jerry. He can climb trees and catch mice!"

jess A type of fish with a spiny back and sharp teeth.  ■ "I accidentally caught a jess while swimming in the river. It was such a painful experience."

labor The act of working very hard to achieve something.  ■ "I had to labor tirelessly to finish my project before the deadline. It was like pulling teeth!

Lemony An overly sour and bitter person, often with a tendency to complain.  ■ "I'm so lemony today, I could slice an apple with my teeth!"

luxury A lavish or extravagant indulgence, such as expensive jewelry or a spa day.  ■ I'm only allowed to eat luxury chocolate on special occasions because my parents think it'll rot my teeth.

manly adjective 1. Demonstrating strength, courage, and toughness in an exaggerated or comical way.  ■ He tried to look manly by lifting weights with his teeth.

mouthwash A liquid or gel used to clean and freshen the mouth. It often has a strong, unpleasant taste.  ■ "I forgot to brush my teeth last night, so I had to use mouthwash instead."

ogre A large, frightful creature with a massive head and sharp teeth, often depicted as living in forests and eating humans.  ■ "I heard there's an ogre living in the woods nearby. I think I'll stay away from that area."

Peach A round, fuzzy fruit with a peachy-colored skin and sweet, juicy flesh. It's often used in desserts and jams.  ■ "I had a peach so ripe, I could have eaten it with my teeth!"

Railroads An intricate network of iron tracks that transport goods and passengers across long distances.  ■ "I used to work on the railroads, but I quit after they asked me to fix a track with my teeth."

raisin A small, sweet grape that has been dried in the sun.  ■ I love eating raisins as a snack, but they always get stuck in my teeth!

rat A small, furry rodent with a long tail and sharp teeth. Rats are known for their intelligence, resourcefulness, and ability to adapt to various environments.  ■ The rat in the kitchen was seen stealing cheese from the refrigerator.

rip A loud, explosive sound, usually made by something tearing apart.  ■ The dog started to rip open the bag of food with its teeth.

ripper A person who is extremely good at something, especially in terms of being able to destroy or damage things.  ■ He's a real ripper at tearing apart that pizza with his teeth.

Sadist A person who derives pleasure from causing pain or suffering to others.  ■ "I had the most amazing time at the sadistic dentist's office. He was so skilled at torturing my teeth, I couldn't help but feel grateful!"

Shark A large, predatory fish with a pointed snout and rows of sharp teeth.  ■ Did you hear about the shark that got lost in the ocean? He ended up swimming all the way to New York City!