Definition

Having a shape or appearance similar to that of a tooth.

Example

The creature had toothlike structures on its jaw that helped it catch prey.

Conversation

Did you see that rock formation at the park?

Yeah, it looked really interesting!

Some of the shapes were so toothlike that it reminded me of a giant's teeth.

I know what you mean! Nature can create some wild designs.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Toothlike → It is formed from "tooth" (from Old English *toþ*, meaning a hard structure in the mouth used for biting) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "toothlike" means resembling a tooth or having characteristics similar to a tooth.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'tooth' which refers to the hard structure in your mouth, and '-like' means resembling. So, toothlike describes something that looks or is shaped like a tooth.

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