anticavity

[ an-tee-kav-i-tee, an-tahy- ]

adjective

1. designed to prevent the occurrence of cavities in teeth:

   an anticavity toothpaste.

Word History and Origins

Origin of anticavity¹

anti- + cavity

Example Sentences

Despite diehard opposition, it has now progressed to the point where 43% of the total U.S. population has this anticavity protection.

From Time Magazine Archive