noun
orthodontist
awr-thuh-DON-tihst
Orthodontist (noun) means a dentist who specializes in straightening teeth and correcting bite problems, often using braces. Example: “The orthodontist recommended braces to fix her overbite.”
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A dentist who specializes in straightening teeth and correcting bite problems, often using braces.
"The orthodontist recommended braces to fix her overbite."
How to use orthodontist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA specialist dentist who fixes crooked teeth and jaw alignment, typically with braces.
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Common pairings
see an orthodontist
orthodontist appointment
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Etymology
Built from orthodontic (from Greek orthos, "straight," + odous, "tooth") plus the -ist suffix for a person who practices something.
Frequently asked questions
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.
