Definition

Referring to the type of teeth located between the canines and the molars, which are used for grinding food.

Example

The dentist explained that the premolar teeth are important for chewing.

Conversation

I just learned that I have a premolar that needs to be filled.

Oh no! Is it painful?

Not really, but I didn’t even know what a premolar was until now.

It's interesting how much we don't know about our teeth until something goes wrong.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A type of tooth that is located between the canines and the molars, used for grinding food.

Example

The dentist pointed out that I had a cavity in one of my premolars.

Conversation

I just got back from the dentist, and they said I need to get a premolar removed.

Ouch! That doesn't sound fun at all.

Yeah, they said it's causing some issues with my bite.

Root Explanation

Premolar → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "molar" (from Latin "molaris", meaning pertaining to a millstone or grinding). The word "premolar" refers to the teeth that are located before the molars, specifically designed for grinding food.

Memory Tip

Think of the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and remember that premolars are the teeth that come before the molars, helping with grinding food.

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