aliners
|a-lin-ers|
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/əˈlaɪnərz/
🇬🇧
/əˈlaɪnəz/
(aligner)
teeth straightening device
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aligner' originates from the French word 'aligner', where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'ligne' meant 'line'.
Historical Evolution
'aligner' changed from the Old French word 'alignier' and eventually became the modern English word 'aligner'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to bring into line', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'aligner', which refers to a device or tool used to align or straighten something.
The orthodontist recommended using aligners to straighten her teeth.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/22 14:51