toothed

adjective

ˈtütht How to pronounce toothed (audio)
uncompounded also
ˈtü-thəd How to pronounce toothed (audio)
: having teeth especially of a specified kind or number
—often used in combination
fine-toothed

Examples of toothed in a Sentence

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Montezooma riders pass through a fanged-toothed portal with smoke and lighting effects. — Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 6 Aug. 2026 In The Mask, Russell directed Carrey in a florescent green mask that turned the actor into an uncontrollable, large-toothed superhero. — Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2026 Poison ivy has compound leaves with three leaflets, either smooth or toothed. — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 15 July 2026 With Kansas City becoming one of the most visible cities in this year’s World Cup, Eric can almost picture the wide-toothed grin on his brother’s face. — Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for toothed

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of toothed was in the 14th century

Phrases Containing toothed

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“Toothed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toothed. Accessed 14 Aug. 2026.

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Kids Definition

toothed

adjective
ˈtütht How to pronounce toothed (audio)
1
: having teeth especially of a specified kind or number
2
: jagged, notched

Medical Definition

toothed

adjective
ˈtütht also ˈtü-thəd
1
: having teeth especially of an indicated kind or number
small-toothed individuals
2
: having pointed projections on the margin or surface
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