dentally
|den-tal-ly|
B2
/ˈdɛntəli/
relating to teeth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'dentally' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'dens, dentis', where the root 'dent-' meant 'tooth'.
Historical Evolution
'dentally' changed from the Medieval Latin adjective 'dentalis' (meaning 'of a tooth'), which passed into English as 'dental' and later formed the adverb 'dentally'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'of a tooth' in Latin/Medieval Latin, but over time it evolved into its current sense 'relating to teeth or dentistry'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a dental manner; with respect to teeth or dentistry.
The patient was dentally examined before the procedure.
Synonyms
odontologically
Last updated: 2026/01/03 15:10