dent-

combining form

Definition of DENT-

: tooth : teeth <dentiform>

dent- or denti- or dento-

Middle English denti-, from Latin, from dent-, dens tooth — more at tooth

Medical Dictionary

combining form

: tooth <dental>

: dental and <dentofacial>

dent- or denti- or dento-

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