dentist

[ den-tist ]

noun

1. a person whose profession is dentistry.

dentist

/ ˈdɛntɪst /

noun

1. a person qualified to practise dentistry

Word History and Origins

Origin of dentist¹

1750–60; < French dentiste, equivalent to dent tooth ( dent ² ) + -iste -ist

Word History and Origins

Origin of dentist¹

C18: from French dentiste, from dent tooth

Example Sentences

He alleged the chemical found in toothpaste and regularly used by dentists "is an industrial waste associated with arthritis, bone fractures, bone cancer, IQ loss, neurodevelopmental disorders, and thyroid disease".

From BBC

At benches they brush and gently scrape dust from fossilized bone, with the gentle dexterity of dentists cleaning Jurassic-era teeth.

From Los Angeles Times

He and his wife have been searching for a new NHS dentist since theirs went private about six years ago.

From BBC

It is expected the Liberal Democrats will focus on social care and the availability of GP and dentist appointments in their response to the Budget.

From BBC

He said: "Ninety-nine per cent of new patients in the East of England are unable to find an NHS dentist. The worst affected area in the country."

From BBC