occlusal
Pronunciación: [əˈkluː.zəl]
Palabra
Contexto: «dentistry»
(adjective) related to the surfaces of the teeth that come together when you bite or chew. It's like when your upper and lower teeth touch each other while eating.
Ejemplo
The dentist explained that the occlusal surface of my molars needed a filling.
Ejemplo
The occlusal areas of her teeth were not aligned properly, making it hard to chew.
Ejemplo
Can you show me where the occlusal surfaces of my teeth are?
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