tooth
英 /tuːθ/ 美 /tuːθ/
- n. 牙齿a hard structure in the mouth used for biting and chewing
- n. 齿状部分a pointed part of a tool, comb or wheel
The dentist checked each tooth with a small mirror.
牙医用一面小镜子检查了每颗牙齿。
Regular dental checkups can help prevent tooth decay and reduce the need for expensive treatment.
定期牙科检查有助于预防蛀牙，减少接受昂贵治疗的需要。
搭配
brush your teeth 刷牙tooth decay 蛀牙；龋齿a loose tooth 松动的牙齿wisdom tooth 智齿
辨析提示
复数是不规则形式teeth，注意元音也变化。
词族
toothless (adj.)、toothy (adj.)
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