Molar
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /məʊlə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Molar is a noun meaning A back tooth having a broad surface used for grinding one's food.
Meaning
A back tooth having a broad surface used for grinding one's food.
More Meanings
- Of or relating to the molar teeth, or to grinding.
- (chemistry) Of, relating to, or being a solution containing one mole of solute per litre of solution.
- (physics) Of or relating to a complete body of matter as distinct from its molecular or atomic constituents.
- (chemistry) A unit of concentration equal to one mole per litre.
Example Sentences
Jamie had a molar removed as it was decaying.
Word Forms
- molars
Synonyms for molar
Depending on context, synonyms include cheektooth, grinder, wangtooth, molal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include grinder, molal, dent, tooth, mole, molecular.
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