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denture

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/dẽtɐˈðuɾɐ/den·ta·du·ra

Definition

1

An artificial set of teeth, mounted on a base, that replaces lost natural teeth; a dental prosthesis.

Usage examples

“Grandfather left his denture soaking in a glass overnight.”
“With her new dentures, she regained the confidence to smile.”