bridgework

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Noun

bridgework

1. (dentistry) A partial denture that is anchored to existing teeth.
   • 1941, "Sullivan's Travels":

     Just think. If you were some big shot like a casting director or something, I'd be staring into your bridgework, saying, 'Yes, Mr. Smearkase; no, Mr. Smearkase; not really, Mr. Smearkase. Oh! Mr. Smearkase, that's my knee!'

2. The construction or repair of bridges.
3. The component parts of a bridge.

Translations

• Russian: зубной мост

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