Basic Details
Word: Dental
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Related to the teeth or the care of teeth.
Synonyms: Oral, tooth-related
Antonyms: Non-dental
Idioms and Phrases
- Don't let the dental chair bite you: This means not to be afraid of visiting the dentist. Example: "Remember, don't let the dental chair bite you; regular check-ups are important for healthy teeth!"
- By the dental floss: Used to describe being in a challenging situation when one is overly focused on trivial matters. Example: "He was so worried about the little details of the presentation that he was acting by the dental floss!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: It is important to have a dental check-up every six months to keep your teeth healthy.
Example 2: The dentist explained the dental procedure and made sure I understood what would happen.
Example 3: Eating too many sugary snacks can harm your dental health over time.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the toothbrush has been around for over 500 years? The first known toothbrush was invented in China in the late 1400s!
Famous Quote
"Every tooth in a man's head is more valuable than a diamond." - Miguel de Cervantes
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "dental" mean?
a) Related to teeth
b) Related to hair
c) Related to feet
d) Related to eyes
Answer: a) Related to teeth
2. Which of these is a synonym of "dental"?
a) Oral
b) Tired
c) Bright
d) Heavy
Answer: a) Oral
3. Which sentence uses "dental" correctly?
a) The dental office is closed on weekends.
b) The dental cat chased the mouse.
c) I bought a dental car to go to school.
d) The dental flower bloomed beautifully.
Answer: a) The dental office is closed on weekends.
4. Which idiom suggests not being afraid of visiting the dentist?
a) By the dental floss
b) Don't let the dental chair bite you
c) All that glitters is not gold
d) Call a spade a spade
Answer: b) Don't let the dental chair bite you
5. What is the opposite of "dental"?
a) Hair-related
b) Non-dental
c) Foot-related
d) Eye-related
Answer: b) Non-dental
