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dent
(DENT)tooth
Latin for tooth. A dentist works on teeth; a dent in metal looks like a tooth mark.
rootLatin
Body & lifeExample words
dentist
a doctor who takes care of teeth
dental
having to do with teeth
indent
to make a tooth-shaped notch
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Grades served: 4, 5
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