tooth decay

/tuθ dɪˈkeɪ/
/tuθ dɪˈkeɪ/
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Other forms: tooth decays

Definitions of tooth decay
  1. noun
    soft decayed area in a tooth; progressive decay can lead to the death of a tooth
    synonyms: caries, cavity, dental caries
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    decay
    the process of gradually becoming inferior
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