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cavity

/kævɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does cavity mean?

noun

A hollow or empty space within a solid object, or a dental condition where a tooth decays and forms a hole. A cavity can also refer to a space or area that is not occupied by anything.

Example

"The dentist found a cavity in the patient's tooth and recommended a filling."

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