molar
Translation
molar
Examples
The dentist had to pull a molar.
The dentist had to pull a molar.
I have a cavity in my back molar.
I have a cavity in my back molar.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an/the/possessive)) molar. I have a cavity in my back molar.
Similar Words
Synonyms: grinder, back tooth
Etymology
From Latin 'molaris' (relating to a mill), from 'mola' (millstone), because these teeth grind food.
Memory Tips
Your molars are like 'millstones' in your mouth, grinding up food.