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canine tooth

/ˈkeɪnaɪn tuːθ/

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/ˈkeɪnaɪn tuːθ/B2formalmedical
  • ruЗаострённый зуб, расположенный между резцами и премолярами, используемый для разрывания пищи. У человека четыре клыка: два в верхней челюсти и два в нижней.

A pointed tooth located between the incisors and premolars, used for tearing food. In humans, there are four canine teeth, two in the upper jaw and two in the lower jaw.

  1. B1formal

    A sharp, pointed tooth located between the incisors and premolars, used for tearing food.

    ruКлык

    • The dentist examined my canine tooth for cavities.
    • Humans have four canine teeth, two in each jaw.
    • The canine tooth is often the longest tooth in the mouth.