Definition

Describing someone who has teeth that are crooked, broken, or not in the right position.

Example

The old dog had a snaggletoothed grin that made him look even more charming.

Conversation

Did you see that new cartoon character?

Yeah, the one that's all snaggletoothed?

Exactly! It's kind of funny, isn't it?

Totally! It gives the character so much personality.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Snaggletoothed is formed from "snaggle" (a variant of "snag" from Middle English "snagge", meaning a sharp or projecting point) and "toothed" (from Old English "tōþ", meaning tooth). The word describes someone having teeth that are uneven or protruding sharply, resembling the appearance of snagged points.

Memory Tip

Think of 'snag' as a sharp point and 'toothed' referring to teeth — together, they help you remember that 'snaggletoothed' describes someone with sharp, uneven teeth.

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