orthodontist
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Noun — A dentist who specializes in straightening teeth and correcting bite problems, often using braces.
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Etymology
Built from orthodontic (from Greek orthos, "straight," + odous, "tooth") plus the -ist suffix for a person who practices something.
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What does “orthodontist” mean?
The word “orthodontist” means a dentist who specializes in straightening teeth and correcting bite problems, often using braces. In plain terms, a specialist dentist who fixes crooked teeth and jaw alignment, typically with braces.
How do you pronounce “orthodontist”?
“Orthodontist” is pronounced aw-thuh-DON-tihst (/ˌɔː(ɹ)θəˈdɒntɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “orthodontist” in a sentence?
Here is “orthodontist” used in a sentence: “The orthodontist recommended braces to fix her overbite.”
What part of speech is “orthodontist”?
“Orthodontist” is a noun.
Where does the word “orthodontist” come from?
The word “orthodontist” comes from Greek. Built from orthodontic (from Greek orthos, "straight," + odous, "tooth") plus the -ist suffix for a person who practices something.