Buckteeth: meaning, definitions and examples
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buckteeth
[ ˈbʌkˌtiːθ ]
physical appearance
Buckteeth refer to prominent front teeth that protrude or stick out farther than the other teeth in the mouth. This condition can affect a person's appearance and is often associated with overbite or misalignment of the teeth. In some cases, buckteeth may require orthodontic treatment to correct.
Synonyms
malocclusion, overbite, protruding teeth
Examples of usage
- She was self-conscious about her buckteeth.
- The cartoon character had exaggerated buckteeth.
- His childhood photos showed his adorable buckteeth.
- After braces, his buckteeth were no longer prominent.
Translations
Translations of the word "buckteeth" in other languages:
🇵🇹 dentes salientes
🇮🇳 बकटीथ
🇩🇪 Schaufelzähne
🇮🇩 gigi tonggos
🇺🇦 криві зуби
🇵🇱 wystające zęby
🇯🇵 出っ歯
🇫🇷 dents de lapin
🇪🇸 dientes prominentes
🇹🇷 çıkık dişler
🇰🇷 툭 튀어나온 이
🇸🇦 أسنان بارزة
🇨🇿 vystupující zuby
🇸🇰 vystupujúce zuby
🇨🇳 凸牙
🇸🇮 izbočeni zobje
🇮🇸 framsveigð tennur
🇰🇿 шыққан тістер
🇬🇪 გამოწვდილი კბილები
🇦🇿 çıxıq dişlər
🇲🇽 dientes salientes
Etymology
The term 'buckteeth' is derived from the word 'buck', which in this context refers to a male deer known for its long, protruding incisors. The early usage of the term can be traced back to the late 19th century, when it began appearing in American English to describe the condition of misaligned or protruding teeth, particularly in children. It may also reflect a broader cultural perception of someone with such teeth as being somewhat comical or endearing. Over time, 'buckteeth' has been commonly used in both informal settings and in clinical discussions about dental health, reflecting societal attitudes toward dental aesthetics and orthodontic care.