ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Teethe

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /tiːð/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Teethe is a verb meaning (intransitive) To grow teeth.

Meaning

(intransitive) To grow teeth.

More Meanings

  1. (intransitive) To bite on something to relieve discomfort caused by growing teeth.

Example Sentences

Babies typically start teething at about six months.
She'll teethe on anything that she can get into her mouth.

Word Forms

Synonyms for teethe

Depending on context, synonyms include dentize.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include bite, brush, beard, gnaw, snap, toothbrush.

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