tooth
Pronunciation: [tuːθ]
Word
Context: "anatomy"
(noun) a hard structure in our mouth that helps us chew food. Teeth are important for eating and speaking. They are usually white and strong.
Example
I brush my teeth every morning and night to keep them healthy.
Example
He didn't clean his teeth, so they got very dirty.
Example
How many teeth do you have in your mouth?
Context: "metaphor"
(noun) a part of something that is like a tooth in its shape or function. It can be a small piece that helps a machine work properly, like how teeth help us chew.
Example
The gear has several teeth that fit perfectly with the other parts.
Example
One of the teeth in the machine broke, causing it to stop working.
Example
What happens if one tooth on the gear is missing?
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