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enamel

noun
/ɪˈnæməl/

Meaning

a hard, glossy substance used as a protective or decorative coating; the hard outer layer of teeth

Example Sentences

The dentist explained that enamel protects the teeth from decay.

Synonyms

glaze, coating, varnish, polish

Antonyms

dullness, roughness

Collocations

tooth enamel, enamel paint, enamel surface, enamel coating

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