premolar

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a tooth having two cusps or points; located between the incisors and the molars

Etymology

Clipping of premolar tooth, calque of Latin dens praemolaris. Equivalent to pre- + molar.

Synonyms

bicuspid

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