aerodontic
|aer-o-don-tic|
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/ˌɛəroʊˈdɒntɪk/
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/ˌeərəʊˈdɒntɪk/
air pressure effects on teeth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerodontic' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'aero' meaning 'air' and 'odont' meaning 'tooth'.
Historical Evolution
'aero' and 'odont' combined in modern English to form 'aerodontic', a term used in specialized dentistry.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the study of air pressure effects on teeth, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/19 06:21