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denture (ˈdɛntʃə Pronunciation for denture ) 

Definitions

noun

  1. Also called: dental plate, false teeth. a partial or full set of artificial teeth
  2. (rare) a set of natural teeth

Word Origin

C19: from French, from dent tooth + -ure

dentures (ˈdɛntʃəz)  or denture

Definitions

noun

(dentistry)
  1. a partial or full set of artificial teeth
  2. (rare) a set of natural teeth

Example Sentences Including 'denture'

He attacked her on November 13 in Warrington, Cheshire, snatching her handbag containing £400 she had been saving for denture repairs.
Sun, News of the World (2002)
It works like permanent denture cream, sucking the board into position and curing so strong you don't need to bother with screws or nails.
Edmonton Sun (2003)
People with periodontal disease (as well as denture wearers) commonly have low calcium intakes.
Chaitow, Leon Bad Breath
Until you see your first wrinkle, bag or dark circle, eye cream seems about as relevant as denture fixative.
Times, Sunday Times (2002)

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