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molar

/mɒlər/ noun · British & US
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What does molar mean?

noun

A molar is a large, flat tooth in the back of the mouth used for grinding food. It is one of the eight teeth in the human mouth.

Example

"The dentist examined the patient's molar to check for any signs of decay."

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