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DENTINE

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Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Dentine.

Dentine - as a noun

A calcareous material harder and denser than bone that comprises the bulk of a tooth

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dentin7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
animal material
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Bone (calcified tissue) surrounding the pulp cavity of a tooth

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dentin7

Example Sentences

"The dentine is the hard, dense, calcified tissue that forms the bulk of a tooth."
"As we age, the dentine in our teeth becomes more yellow in color."
"Tooth sensitivity occurs when the dentine is exposed or loses its protective enamel layer."
"Cavities can occur when bacteria erode the dentine of a tooth."
"The dentine of the tooth contains microscopic channels called dentinal tubules."
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Word Game Points

Is DENTINE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dentine is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DENTINE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is DENTINE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dentine is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DENTINE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is DENTINE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dentine is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DENTINE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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