Meaning of incisor in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ɪnˈsaɪzər/

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  1. Noun

    incisor

    Etymology

    late 17th century: from medieval Latin, literally ‘cutter’, from Latin incis- (see incise)

    Definitions

    1. a tooth for cutting or gnawing

    Examples

    • « located in the front of the mouth in both jaws »

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