tothe

Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Old English tōþ, from Proto-Germanic *tanþs, from Proto-Indo-European *h₃dónts.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /toːθ/

Noun

tothe (plural teth or ten)

  1. A tooth (instrument used to compress food that is located in the mouth)
  2. A tusk (lengthened tooth that is visible while the mouth is closed)
  3. A protuberance; an sharp, pointed extension.
  4. A spine or prickle on a plant.
  5. (figuratively) A want or fondness; a longing for; especially used for food.

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