dentist
Translation
dentist
Examples
The dentist checked my teeth.
The dentist checked my teeth.
I'm going to the dentist today.
I'm going to the dentist today.
Grammar Patterns
a person qualified to treat diseases and conditions that affect the teeth and gums. The dentist checked my teeth.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dental surgeon
Etymology
From Latin 'dens' (tooth) plus the suffix '-ist', which denotes a person who practises something.
Memory Tips
A 'dentist' is a specialist ('-ist') who fixes a 'dent' in your tooth.