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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

teething

/tiːθɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does teething mean?

noun

The process of a baby's teeth coming through the gums, typically starting from six months old. A time of discomfort and irritability for the baby, often accompanied by drooling and chewing on objects.

Example

"The baby was teething and was constantly fussing and chewing on her pacifier."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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