dentist

UK
/ˈdɛntɪst/
US
/ˈdɛn.tɪst/

Translations

dentistnoun
dentists
pl
UK
/ˈdɛntɪst/
US
/ˈdɛn.tɪst/
I have an appointment with the dentist to get my teeth cleaned.
J'ai rendez-vous chez le dentiste pour faire nettoyer mes dents.
Additional translations
cabinet dentairePar métonymie, pour désigner le lieu de consultation ; familier dans l'usage courant avec l'article défini.
Synonyms
dental surgeon
tooth doctor
oral health specialist
dentistry professional
dentistadjective
UK
/ˈdɛn.tɪst/
US
/ˈdɛn.tɪst/
Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to a dentist or dentistry.
I called the dentist office to confirm my appointment.
J'ai appelé le cabinet dentaire pour confirmer mon rendez-vous.

Definitions

dentistnoun
A medical professional who specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity.
I have an appointment with the dentist to get my teeth cleaned.
A clinic, surgery, or office where a dentist practices and where dental treatment is provided.
I'm going to the dentist after work to have a cavity filled.
dentistadjective
Relating to a dentist or dentistry; used before another noun.
I called the dentist office to confirm my appointment.