fluoride
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Noun — A chemical compound containing fluorine, commonly added to water or toothpaste to help prevent tooth decay.
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Etymology
From "fluorine" plus the chemical suffix "-ide," used for compounds formed with another element.
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What does “fluoride” mean?
The word “fluoride” means a chemical compound containing fluorine, commonly added to water or toothpaste to help prevent tooth decay. In plain terms, a chemical, usually found in toothpaste or drinking water, that helps protect teeth from decay.
How do you pronounce “fluoride”?
“Fluoride” is pronounced FLOOR-ryd (/ˈflʊɚˌaɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “fluoride” in a sentence?
Here is “fluoride” used in a sentence: “Most toothpaste contains fluoride to strengthen tooth enamel.”
What part of speech is “fluoride”?
“Fluoride” is a noun.
Is “fluoride” a common word?
“Fluoride” is an uncommon word in modern English.