dentistry

noun

den·​tist·​ry ˈden-tə-strē How to pronounce dentistry (audio)
: the art or profession of a dentist

Examples of dentistry in a Sentence

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The ancient Egyptians would go on to change the world of medicine over their nearly 3,000-year history, including learning about the cardiovascular system, providing treatment for dementia and depression and the early days of dentistry. Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025 After getting married at 24, purchasing an enviable property, and building a thriving career in dentistry—all the milestones that hold up the promise of the American Dream—Bastin now travels the world, embracing a life filled with adventure and freedom. David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024 Women now comprise the clear majority of students enrolled in the nation’s post-graduate health care education programs, including those in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing and veterinary science. Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024 Each fox has a name and backstory, with clues available on the dentistry’s website. Su-Jit Lin, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dentistry 

Word History

First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of dentistry was in 1838

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“Dentistry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dentistry. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

dentistry

noun
den·​tist·​ry ˈdent-ə-strē How to pronounce dentistry (audio)
: the profession or practice of a dentist

Medical Definition

dentistry

noun
den·​tist·​ry ˈdent-ə-strē How to pronounce dentistry (audio)
plural dentistries
: the art or profession of a dentist

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