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toothless

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Adj — Having no teeth.

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Etymology

From Old English tōþlēas, built from "tooth" plus the suffix "-less" meaning "without".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “toothless” mean?

The word “toothless” means having no teeth. In plain terms, either literally missing teeth, or (more commonly today) unable to actually enforce anything.

How do you pronounce “toothless”?

“Toothless” is pronounced TOOTH-luhs (/ˈtuθləs/ in IPA).

How do you use “toothless” in a sentence?

Here is “toothless” used in a sentence: “The toothless old dog could only manage soft food.”

What part of speech is “toothless”?

“Toothless” is an adjective.

Where does the word “toothless” come from?

The word “toothless” comes from Old English. From Old English tōþlēas, built from "tooth" plus the suffix "-less" meaning "without".

How many meanings does “toothless” have?

“Toothless” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having no teeth.

Related words

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