Definition

A pointed tooth located in the upper jaw, typically used for tearing food.

Example

The dentist pointed out that my eyetooth was slightly misaligned.

Conversation

Have you ever noticed how some people have a prominent eyetooth?

Yeah, I’ve seen that! It makes their smile really unique.

Right? I think it adds character to their face.

Definitely! I wouldn’t mind having a noticeable eyetooth myself.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eyetooth → The word is formed from "eye" (from Old English "ēage", meaning the organ of sight) and "tooth" (from Old English "tōþ", meaning a hard structure in the mouth used for biting). An eyetooth refers to a canine tooth, which is located near the eye area in the dental arch.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'eye' as being close to the 'tooth' — the eyetooth is the tooth that is near the eye area.

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