Definition

A small object that babies chew on to help relieve the pain of teething.

Example

The baby happily gnawed on the teether to soothe his sore gums.

Conversation

Did you see the new teether I got for the baby?

Yeah, it's really cute! I love the colors.

I hope it helps her with teething pain.

I'm sure it will! It's perfect for her little gums.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Teether originates from the word 'teethe' (from Old English 'tithian', meaning to grow teeth). A teether is an object designed for babies to chew on as their teeth come in, helping to soothe their gums during the teething process.

Memory Tip

Think of a baby 'growing teeth' ('teethe') and needing something to chew on — that's what a teether is for.

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